Atmospheric Castles

Walks, Collections

Explore castles and their ruins across the country. Enjoy the low winter sun and the shapes it creates on the land as you wander.

  • Preview of Oxleas Wood & Severndroog Castle

    Oxleas Wood & Severndroog Castle

    Eltham

    by GoJauntly

    by GoJauntly

    2 hours / 1.3km
    A visit to London's secret castle, panoramic views of seven counties followed by wandering through thick woods and meandering paths.
    Parking Public toilets Wheel friendly Great views Paid-for attraction
  • Preview of A ramble around Nunney

    A ramble around Nunney

    Nunney, Somerset

    by claud

    by claud

    50 minutes / 1.6km
    A cute walk around the castle and a circular stroll taking in fields and the brook.
    Wildlife Water feature Parking History Dog friendly Child friendly
  • Preview of Harlech Castle & the Steepest Road

    Harlech Castle & the Steepest Road

    Harlech Community, Gwynedd

    by transportforwales

    by transportforwales

    50 minutes / 2km
    Head up the steepest road to the picture perfect village of Harlech. With stunning views to Yr Wyddfa / Snowdon plus castle & shops.
    Great views Refreshments Public transport History Hilly & steep Paid-for attraction
  • Preview of Ancient majesty in sunny Dorset

    Ancient majesty in sunny Dorset

    Corfe Castle, Dorset

    by rosita

    by rosita

    1hr 20m / 0.7km
    A jaunt around Corfe Castle, Dorset. A National Trust site. Car park on site and you need to pay to visit but it’s worth it for the views
    Parking Picnic spot Refreshments Great views Hilly & steep Paid-for attraction
  • Preview of Ancient Skipton Woods & Castle

    Ancient Skipton Woods & Castle

    Skipton, North Yorkshire

    by originalcottages

    by originalcottages

    2 hours / 3.3km
    A lovely and tranquil woodland wander around Skipton Woods followed by a visit to the medieval castle. Bring snacks and muddy shoes.
    Dog friendly Child friendly Paid-for attraction Public transport Water feature Hilly & steep
  • Preview of Cruise around Carew Castle

    Cruise around Carew Castle

    Carew Community, Pembrokeshire

    by sagefm

    by sagefm

    40 minutes / 2.4km
    Short but sweet walk around Carew Castle. Accessible for those with wheels. Stunning views and history to be enjoyed on this jaunt.
    Wheel friendly Great views Parking History Dog friendly Child friendly
  • Preview of Ferrybridge to Castle Cove Cruise

    Ferrybridge to Castle Cove Cruise

    Wyke Regis, Dorset

    by TOG24

    by TOG24

    1 hour / 2.7km
    Walk along a former railway trail on this coastal path. Enjoy stunning views, gardens and a castle en route. Step-free except beach.
    Water feature Great views Public toilets Public transport History Child friendly
  • Preview of Dunvegan Castle and Gardens

    Dunvegan Castle and Gardens

    Dunvegan, Skye, Highland

    by claud

    by claud

    2hr 35m / 1.9km
    Quite frankly a ridiculously beautiful set of gardens with lush plants & views everywhere you walk. Great for kids, there are several steps.
    Wildlife Great views Parking History Dog friendly Child friendly
  • Preview of Pen Y Benar and Dolwyddelan Castle

    Pen Y Benar and Dolwyddelan Castle

    Dolwyddelan Community, Conwy

    by transportforwales

    by transportforwales

    3hr 30m / 9.4km
    A strenuous climb up Pen Y Benar with Yr Wyddfa / Snowdon views, forest, rivers, pastoral landscapes and the castle.
    Wildlife Water feature Great views Refreshments Public transport Hilly & steep
  • Preview of Framlingham Mere, Castle & College

    Framlingham Mere, Castle & College

    Framlingham, Suffolk

    by eastsuffolkcouncil

    by eastsuffolkcouncil

    30 minutes / 1.9km
    This circular walk takes you around Framlingham Mere, with fantastic views of Framlingham Castle & College.
    Wildlife Great views Public toilets Parking History Dog friendly
  • Preview of Criccieth Castle and Beach Bop

    Criccieth Castle and Beach Bop

    Criccieth Community, Gwynedd

    by transportforwales

    by transportforwales

    1 hour / 2.4km
    A leisurely stroll around Criccieth with stunning beaches, the castle, independent shops and eateries along the way.
    Water feature Great views Public toilets Public transport History Child friendly
  • Preview of Castle Gardens 5km Leicester

    Castle Gardens 5km Leicester

    Leicester City Centre, Leicester

    by davehh

    by davehh

    1hr 10m / 5.6km
    A stroll through Leicester City Centre, Leicester
  • Preview of Netley Abbey, Castle & Beach

    Netley Abbey, Castle & Beach

    Netley, Southampton

    by sagefm

    by sagefm

    30 minutes / 0.9km
    Take a walk through history during this jaunt in Netley. Discover the beautiful Netley Abbey then explore the nearby beach & Netley Castle.
    Great views Public transport Parking History Child friendly Botanics
  • Preview of Cliff Railway, Waterfront & Castle

    Cliff Railway, Waterfront & Castle

    Aberystwyth, Ceredigion

    by GoJauntly

    by GoJauntly

    1hr 45m / 3.7km
    This walk truly has it all. What’s not to love? Get amazing hilltop views, take in a lovely waterfront promenade, and explore the castle!
    Water feature Great views Public toilets Refreshments Hilly & steep Paid-for attraction
  • Preview of Rhododendron Walk at Blaise Castle

    Rhododendron Walk at Blaise Castle

    Henbury, Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    1hr 15m / 2.9km
    This walk celebrates Rhododendrons in spring. It takes you around the other side of the gorge and up the steep Jacobs Ladder.
    Water feature Refreshments Public transport Hilly & steep Child friendly Botanics
  • Preview of Saunter around Sudeley Castle

    Saunter around Sudeley Castle

    Sudeley CP, Gloucestershire

    by claud

    by claud

    2hr 30m / 1km
    A lovely few hours in the castle grounds. You can do parts of it step-free but the gravel paths aren’t good for wheels.
    Great views Public toilets Parking History Paid-for attraction Child friendly
  • Preview of Flint Castle and Coast Path

    Flint Castle and Coast Path

    Flint, Flintshire

    by transportforwales

    by transportforwales

    1hr 30m / 5km
    This route follows hard surfaced paths around Flint Castle and along the Wales Coast Path, with excellent views of the Dee Estuary.
    Water feature Great views Public transport History Dog friendly Child friendly
  • Preview of Elie to St Monans

    Elie to St Monans

    East Neuk, Fife

    by claud

    by claud

    1hr 40m / 4.5km
    Take in castle ruins, sand dunes, amazing beaches and views across the Forth along this stretch of the Fife Coastal Path
    Wildlife Water feature Great views Public toilets History Hilly & steep
  • Preview of Hurst Castle

    Hurst Castle

    Milford On Sea, Hampshire

    by mrlizer

    by mrlizer

    4 hours / 8.1km
    A walk along the spit to Hurst Castle and Lighthouse, with the Isle of Wight and the Needles across the Solent.
    Public toilets Picnic spot Refreshments Dog friendly Great views Water feature
  • Preview of Castle and Packhorse Bridge Circle

    Castle and Packhorse Bridge Circle

    Caergwrle, Fintshire

    by transportforwales

    by transportforwales

    1hr 30m / 3km
    This route follows pavements round the village. A steep climb to the castle is worth the effort. Packhorse Bridge affords views of the Alyn.
    Water feature Great views Refreshments Public transport History Hilly & steep
  • Preview of Narberth High Street & Castle Jaunt

    Narberth High Street & Castle Jaunt

    Narberth, Pembrokeshire

    by sutchfun

    by sutchfun

    2 hours / 1.6km
    A walk around Narberth with independent shops, castle ruins and a secret garden. A great jaunt for all the family. Some steep sections.
    Public toilets Refreshments Parking Hilly & steep Dog friendly Child friendly
  • Preview of Blaise Castle Walk - Option 1

    Blaise Castle Walk - Option 1

    Henbury, Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    40 minutes / 1.3km
    This is walk 1 of 5 options which explore the Blaise Castle Estate, this walk takes you up to the Castle. Why not bring a picnic?
    Public toilets Refreshments Public transport History Hilly & steep Child friendly
  • Preview of Blaise Castle Walk - Option 2

    Blaise Castle Walk - Option 2

    Henbury, Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    50 minutes / 1.5km
    This is the second walk in Blaise Castle. This time it goes through and up one side of the gorge. It gets steeper from the log onwards.
    Public toilets Refreshments Public transport History Hilly & steep Child friendly
  • Preview of Blaise Castle Walk - Option 3

    Blaise Castle Walk - Option 3

    Henbury,

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    35 minutes / 1.4km
    This is the third walk option, Kings Weston Down Walk. Explore some of the lost history of the estate Roman and iron age past.
    Public toilets Public transport Parking History Hilly & steep Child friendly
  • Preview of Easton to Castle Park

    Easton to Castle Park

    Easton, Bristol

    by travelwest

    by travelwest

    38 minutes / 3.1km
    Walk from Easton, along the river past temple meads and explore Castle Park year round. Refreshments en route. (More to be added soon).
    Picnic spot Wheel friendly Child friendly Refreshments Water feature History
  • Preview of Sandsend to Mulgrave Castle Loop

    Sandsend to Mulgrave Castle Loop

    Sandsend, North Yorkshire

    by miles

    by miles

    1hr 45m / 6km
    A woodland wander (Wed, Sat & Sun only)
    Wildlife Public toilets Refreshments Parking History Child friendly
  • Preview of Castles, Rivers and Woods

    Castles, Rivers and Woods

    Ludlow, Shropshire

    by andystevo

    by andystevo

    56 minutes / 4.5km
    A short circular walk around Ludlow's ancient woodlands, best Castle views and quiet rural tracks.
    History Water feature Great views Refreshments Public toilets Dog friendly
  • Preview of Impressive Arundel Castle

    Impressive Arundel Castle

    Arundel, West Sussex

    by steve

    by steve

    1hr 40m / 1.1km
    A walk around Arundel Castle, West Sussex
    Picnic spot History Paid-for attraction Child friendly Botanics
  • Preview of Bodiam Castle

    Bodiam Castle

    Bodiam, East Sussex

    by steve

    by steve

    1hr 35m / 1km
    A jaunt around Bodiam, East Sussex
    History Child friendly Refreshments Parking Public toilets Great views
  • Preview of Deal Castle & a Promenade Wander

    Deal Castle & a Promenade Wander

    Deal, Kent

    by GoJauntly

    by GoJauntly

    2 hours / 3.1km
    A 3km circular walk along the seafront. On Saturday start at the market, enjoy Hut 55, the grade II listed pier & Henry VIII’s epic castle.
    Public toilets Picnic spot Refreshments Dog friendly Great views Paid-for attraction
  • Preview of Leeds Castle, Kent

    Leeds Castle, Kent

    Hollingbourne, Kent

    by steve

    by steve

    2 hours / 3.6km
    An exhausting jaunt with three little kids around Leeds Castle, Hollingbourne, Kent.
    Picnic spot Refreshments Wheel friendly Great views Child friendly Paid-for attraction
  • Preview of William de Eynsford’s family castle

    William de Eynsford’s family castle

    Eynsford, Kent

    by steve

    by steve

    15 minutes / 0.2km
    A short walk around Eynsford Castle in Kent.
    Picnic spot Child friendly
  • Preview of Belsay Hall, castle & gardens

    Belsay Hall, castle & gardens

    Belsay, Northumberland

    by sarahloves

    by sarahloves

    50 minutes / 1.7km
    Explore the Middleton family residence in Northumberland with English Heritage
    Parking Refreshments Wheel friendly Great views Child friendly Paid-for attraction
  • Preview of Trains, Castles, Rivers & Views

    Trains, Castles, Rivers & Views

    Tonbridge, Kent

    by steve

    by steve

    2hr 10m / 1.5km
    An epic walk around Tonbridge, Kent.
    Picnic spot Refreshments Great views Child friendly
  • Preview of Castle ruins in Conisbrough

    Castle ruins in Conisbrough

    Conisbrough, South Yorkshire

    by sarahloves

    by sarahloves

    1hr 15m / 0.7km
    Explore nature in the grounds of a magnificent ruined castle.
    Parking Public toilets Picnic spot Great views Child friendly Paid-for attraction
  • Preview of Llawhaden castle and walk

    Llawhaden castle and walk

    Llawhaden, Pembrokeshire

    by samrad

    by samrad

    1hr 10m / 2.8km
    Most visitors to Llawhaden only go to the castle, but there is a nice circular walk through woods, streams and a peaceful church grounds
    Parking Picnic spot Great views Hilly & steep Water feature
  • Preview of Aydon Castle

    Aydon Castle

    Corbridge, Northumberland

    by jamesy

    by jamesy

    2 hours / 5.9km
    A picturesque walk to a fortified Manor House overlooking a secluded dene.
    Dog friendly
  • Preview of Bickleigh Mill & Castle Challenge

    Bickleigh Mill & Castle Challenge

    Bickleigh, Devon

    by mtormey

    by mtormey

    3hr 30m / 8.9km
    Challenge yourself with this loop from Bickleigh Mill. A few long and steep climbs with incredible views. Almost entirely on country lanes.
    Great views Public toilets Refreshments Picnic spot Parking Hilly & steep
  • Preview of Freshford to Bradford-on-Avon

    Freshford to Bradford-on-Avon

    Bradford on Avon

    by m73

    by m73

    2hr 45m / 9.1km
    A stunning walk by rail in Wiltshire featuring rivers, wild swimming spots, a castle and gardens
    Water feature Wildlife Public transport Great views Refreshments History
  • Preview of Castle on the Hill Walk

    Castle on the Hill Walk

    Framlingham, Suffolk

    by suffolkcollective

    by suffolkcollective

    1hr 45m / 3.8km
    A stroll around the Castle on the Hill at Framlingham, Suffolk
    Parking Dog friendly Great views Child friendly
  • Preview of Bamburgh Coast to Castle

    Bamburgh Coast to Castle

    Bamburgh, Northumberland

    by allanweir

    by allanweir

    3 hours / 1.5km
    Take in the beach, medieval history and 'Britain's Best Lunch Spot 2013' in a jaunt around one of the North East's best castles
    Parking Picnic spot Dog friendly Great views Water feature Paid-for attraction
  • Preview of St Monans you beaut

    St Monans you beaut

    East Neuk, Fife

    by claud

    by claud

    1hr 50m / 3km
    Lush fishing village, geological coastal wonders, bakery goods and a castle ruins. What more do you need?
    Wildlife Water feature Great views Refreshments Hilly & steep Child friendly
  • Preview of Lullingstone castle & country park

    Lullingstone castle & country park

    Eynsford, Kent

    by steve

    by steve

    1hr 20m / 1.8km
    A jaunt around Lullingstone near Eynsford in Kent.
    Public toilets Picnic spot Refreshments Dog friendly Great views Water feature
  • Preview of Two days at Hever Castle

    Two days at Hever Castle

    Hever, Kent

    by steve

    by steve

    8 hours / 3.8km
    An overnight stay and a stroll around the grounds at Hever in Kent.
    Parking Picnic spot Child friendly Water feature Paid-for attraction
  • Preview of Secret Scotney Castle

    Secret Scotney Castle

    Lamberhurst, Kent

    by steve

    by steve

    2 hours / 0.6km
    A jaunt around Scotney castle in Kent.
    Parking Picnic spot Dog friendly Great views Water feature Paid-for attraction
  • Preview of Chiddingstone Castle walk

    Chiddingstone Castle walk

    Chiddingstone, Kent

    by frandango

    by frandango

    30 minutes / 1km
    A stroll through Chiddingstone, Kent
    Public toilets Refreshments Dog friendly Child friendly Water feature
  • Preview of Avoncliff - Farleigh Hungerford

    Avoncliff - Farleigh Hungerford

    Freshford

    by bathscape

    by bathscape

    3hr 5m / 10km
    Canal, river, meadows and beautiful villages, plenty of refreshment stops and historic buildings
    Wildlife Water feature Refreshments Public transport History
  • Preview of Llandeilo to Dinefwr Park

    Llandeilo to Dinefwr Park

    Llandeilo, Sir Gaerfyrddin

    by transportforwales

    by transportforwales

    40 minutes / 2.3km
    Take the scenic route from Llandeilo station to Dinefwr Park. Passing through a lovely park and Coed Castell. Steep steps along this walk.
    Great views Refreshments Public transport Hilly & steep Dog friendly Botanics

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