Walmer Castle And Gardens In Deal - Walmer Castle And Deal Castle Walk

Walmer Castle And Gardens In Deal - Walmer Castle And Deal Castle Walk

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Walmer Castle And Gardens In Deal - Walmer Castle And Deal Castle Walk

Walmer Castle is one of three castles built along the Kent coast from Deal to Walmer, Deal Castle, Walmer Castle and Sandown Castle. Sandown Castle is no more than a ruin, by contrast Deal Castle and Walmer Castle have survived almost intact. These magnificent fortifications were built by Henry the VIII during 1539-1540 to replace the wooden structures previously there. Each castle was built to a Tudor Rose design, the emblem of the house of Tudor.

Walmer Castle is the official residence of the Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports. Today largely a ceremonial role, many famous people have served as the Lord Warden since the castle was built, Arguable the best known was the Duke of Wellington, who held the title from 1829 until 1852 when he died at Walmer Castle. Some of furniture still remains in the private apartments he and the other Lord Wardens use and can be viewed when the castle is open (except when the Lord Warden is in residence). In more recent times Winston Churchill and Her Majesty the Queen Mother also held the position.

The castle is a wonderful example of 16th century military fortification, the gardens are also well worth a visit. On the ramparts the cannons are still in place keeping guard against invasion and on a clear day you can see across the channel to France.

Opening Hour:

• 01 Oct - 01.Nov, 10am-4pm: Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
  
• Closed 2 Nov - 28 Feb 09
  

Garden and courtyard only

• 10am-3-30 Monday to Sunday
• 01/07 - 03/07/11 - Closed
• 04/07 - 30/09/11 - 10:00 - 18:00
• 01/10 - 31/10/11 - 10:00 - 16:00
• Wheelchair access for the courtyard and gardens only
• Dogs allowed on leads

Admission: 

• Adults: £7.30
  
• Children: £4.40
  
• Concessions: £6.60
  
• EH Member Cost: Free
  
• Family Ticket: £19.00

Facilities Available:

• Audio tours
• Available for corporate and privet events
• Civil Weddings
• Events
• Family learning
• Gardens
• Holiday Cottages
• No Dogs allowed
• Parking
• Restaurant and tea room
• Shop
• Suitable for people with disabilities
• Toilets

More information:

• Telephone number: 01304 364288 or visit website: www.english-heritage.org.uk

Walmer Castle and Deal Castle Walk

• www.kent.gov.uk

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