Bodiam Castle

Bodiam, Nr Robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5UA

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Bridge leading across moat to Bodiam Castle, East Sussex. ©National Trust Images John Millar

About

 

A quintessentially English castle.

Bodiam is one of Britain’s most picturesque castles in the heart of a historic landscape. As was Sir Edward Dallingridge’s vision when he built the castle in 1385, the approach to the castle with towers rising majestically from the moat is awe inspiring. With spiral stairs, battlements, windows for loosing arrows and ruins where knights once roamed, Bodiam is a place where you can let your imagination run free.

The main tea-room and Castle View Café serve delicious lunches and a tempting selection of homemade cakes and treats. There is also a gift shop selling a range of castle-themed gifts and local produce and a second-hand bookshop to browse. Apart from group visits and ticketed events, you do not need to book in advance to visit Bodiam Castle.

For a full event listing or more information, please see the National Trust website.

Dogs on shorter leads are welcome in the grounds of Bodiam Castle and in the Castle View cafe. Find out more here.
 

Things to do in Bodiam

Combine your visit to Bodiam Castle with a trip on the Kent & East Sussex Railway, a cruise on the River Rother, a vineyard tour or a visit to beautiful Great Dixter. Find out more about things to do in Bodiam here.

Where to stay in Bodiam

Too much for a day trip? No problem. Bodiam has any number of cottages, shepherds' huts, oast houses and B&Bs to choose from. Find out more about where to stay in Bodiam, and some top tips for food and drink in Bodiam.

What's on in Bodiam

Themed days at Bodiam Castle, special rides on the Kent & East Sussex Railway, seasonal events at beautiful gardens, exhibitions and more. Find out what's on in Bodiam.

 

All images ©National Trust Images

Book Tickets

Guide Prices

Please visit the website for further information. National Trust members enter free with a membership card.

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    Recent Reviews:

    • JefWa
      Ferndown, United Kingdom
      great day out with grandchildren
      5 of 5 stars
      Saturday, 2nd September 2023
      Well, I visited Bodiam Castle 50 years ago, with a young child, and again this August 2023, and it was just as enchanting for them - a real castle!!. Plus National Trust have really gone to town to... Read full review
    • RJBandRDB
      Camdenton, Missouri
      Good old British Castles at their best.
      4 of 5 stars
      Saturday, 2nd September 2023
      Lovely to find a castle with a moat still, even if it is in ruins. It would have been nice to have a tour by a professional, even better if they dressed up as characters from the period. Quite... Read full review
    • Venture45611364311
      Maidstone, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Friends getaway
      Castle Visit
      4 of 5 stars
      Monday, 18th September 2023
      We walked from Park Farm Campsite along the river it was a lovely walk and our children really enjoyed our time visiting the castle. Read full review

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    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - Hearing loop at ticket office, castle view cafe, tearoom and shop
    • Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Braille guide and large print welcome leaflet
    • Guide Dogs Permitted
    • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
    • Wheelchair user accessible - Property partially accessible, wheelchairs available to hire. Electric golf buggy service available seasonally to transport visitors to and from the castle.

    Catering

    • On-Site cafe/restaurant - Castle View café – grab and go facility open seasonally serving light refreshments and ice cream. Main tea-room serving hot and cold refreshments and ice cream
    • Picnic Site

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking - On site pay and display parking. Free for NT members.

    Tours and Demonstrations

    • Educational Visits Accepted - Educational and adult group tours and activities available, pre-booking for group visits essential.

    Opening Times

    * Please refer to the National Trust website for opening times.

    Events

    Saturday, 14th October 2023 - Saturday, 14th October 2023

    Demonstrations by Call to ArmsA demonstration of medieval combat at Bodiam Castle.
    more info

    Saturday, 14th October 2023 - Sunday, 29th October 2023

    Spell Quest at Bodiam CastleUnlock your magical powers at Bodiam Castle.
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    Saturday, 21st October 2023 - Saturday, 21st October 2023

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    Saturday, 28th October 2023 - Saturday, 28th October 2023

    Sunday, 29th October 2023 - Sunday, 29th October 2023

    Halloween craftsDecorate your wizard hat or ceramic pumpkin at Bodiam this Halloween.
    more info

    Saturday, 28th October 2023 - Saturday, 28th October 2023

    Two men and women extending bows and shooting archery targets on lawn. They are in medieval dress.Medieval archery demonstrationSee the archers train and practice their skills at Bodiam Castle.
    more info

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous -Tourism South East Member 2018 Tourism South East Member 2018 2018
    • Regional and Miscellaneous -WTTC Safe Travels WTTC Safe Travels 2021

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