Name: Rockingham Castle
Rating: 5.0

Rockingham Castle

Rockingham, Market Harborough, UK

1-99 Years

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Description

Rockingham Castle, this remarkable castle, built on the instruction of William the Conqueror, has been my family’s home for 450 years. Prior to the Watson’s ownership the Castle was held by the crown.

There are very few other homes that have been continuously occupied for nearly 1000 years and within that time been owned by just one family since being relinquished as a royal Castle. I think this is a particularly extraordinary aspect of Rockingham’s long and fascinating story. The Castle is now home to my wife, Elizabeth and our children, all of whom enjoy the Castle as I did as a child.

If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

Features

Paid
Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

Castle: Join us on a journey through time and explore Rockingham’s 950-year history from fortress and royal palace to family home. Pause to watch our interactive introduction and learn about Rockingham’s most famous residents. Chat with Castle Guides – the guardians of Rockingham’s stories and secrets.
Formal Gardens and Grounds: From our jewelled borders and our David Austin Roses to our sweeping Terrace Lawn with panoramic view of the Welland Valley, take the time to discover our picture-perfect Formal Gardens. Don’t miss the opportunity to marvel at our architecture through the ages. Become an adventurer and detective as you embark on our family garden trial to solve the mystery of Wentworth’s missing gold.
Wild Garden: Immerse yourself in the untamed natural beauty of the Wild Garden. Enjoy a wellbeing walk following one of our routes and discover which animals, birds and species of plants and trees make the Wild Garden their home. Pause and reflect by the lake as you take a moment to be at one with nature.
Walker’s House Tearoom: This seventeenth-century building is the ideal place to refresh and refuel. From light lunches to homemade cakes and indulgent treats. Don’t miss the chance to unwind and make more Rockingham memories.

Facilities

Parking: This a large onsite grass car park which is a five-minute walk from the Castle. There are a small number of accessible car parking spaces also available. Please ask for directions to this car park on arrival.
Food & Drinks: Walker’s House Tea Room is open during our open days.

What to see

Events:

October Garden Mornings: Tuesdays ~ 7th, 14th & 21st October - 10am - 2pm. 10am – 2pm Set against the stunning backdrop of the Welland Valley, Rockingham Castle’s grounds promise breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.
Halloween Fun at Rockingham Castle: SAT 25th - SUN 26th & TUE 28th - THUR 30th Oct. Take part in spooky activities with the witches & wizards of Rockingham!

For more upcoming events information please visit: https://rockinghamcastle.com/events/

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Price: Paid

Price Details

Special Events:
October Garden Open Morning: £7.50 for Adults, £3.50 for Child & £20.00 for Family.

Membership:

House, Gardens & Events: £46.50 for Adults, £27.50 for Child & £42.50 for Seniors.
Garden Only: £30.00 for Adults, £15.00 for Child & £28.50 for Seniors.

For more details please visit: https://rockinghamcastle.com/annual-membership/

Pricing URL: https://rockinghamcastle.digitickets.co.uk/tickets

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

Private Parties
Historic splendour, grandeur, elegance and beauty – our ancient rooms and stunning grounds provide the perfect setting for a whole range of corporate and private events, all year round. The intimate areas are idea areas are ideal for smaller groups, our spacious rooms are superb for larger parties and our green spaces and peaceful gardens are excellent for outside events. All can be booked with exclusive use and hospitality.

Corporate
With magnificent views across the Welland Valley and impressive backdrop of the castle itself, our beautiful green spaces, Great Park, terrace lawn and formal gardens can be used for variety of outdoor parkland events, including concerts, re-enactments, festivals, fairs and competitions.

Great Park
The Great Park can be used for major events including festivals, country fairs and team-building activities. The Great Park is also the home of the Fairfax & Favor Rockingham International Horse Trials and used for East Midlands Land Rover Experience.

Private Tours
Rockingham Castle offer a variety of options for larger groups (20 minimum) who wish to have an exclusive, private tour with one of our talented and passionate tour guides. Guests will be given a comprehensive and entertaining tour of the Castle, which finishes at our Gift Shop, stocking a range of gifts and souvenirs perfect for everyone to enjoy. Walker’s House Tearoom can offer a range of refreshments, from tea, coffee and cake to light lunches, sandwiches and soups, which must be pre-booked in advance.

Address: Rockingham, Market Harborough, UK

Post Code: LE16 8TH

Council: North Northamptonshi

County: Northamptonshire

By Road: Poised on the side of the Welland Valley, the Castle is off the A6003, 1 mile north of Corby; 24 miles from Peterborough, Northampton and Leicester; half an hour from the A1 and the M1 and 10 minutes from the A14 at Kettering. For SatNav’s, please enter LE16 8TH, which will take you to the main entrance at the top of Rockingham Hill on the A6003.
By Rail: There is a regular train service from London St Pancras to Corby (3 miles),Kettering (8 miles) & Market Harborough (10 miles). The train journey takes approximately one hour. Taxis should be available at the Stations.
By Air: East Midlands Airport 48 miles 1 and 1/4 hours, Birmingham Airport 56 miles 1 and 1/4 hours, Stansted Airport 71 miles 1 and 1/2 hours, Luton Airport 58 miles 1 and 1/4 hours
Parking: This a large onsite grass car park which is a five-minute walk from the Castle. There are a small number of accessible car parking spaces also available. Please ask for directions to this car park on arrival.