Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden | English Heritage
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Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Open daily, 10am - 5pm (last entry at 4.30pm)
See full prices and opening times
Address
Castle Green, Off Castle Road, Kenilworth, Warwickshire, CV8 1NG
Book advance tickets and save 15%
Book advance tickets and save 15%
Book advance tickets and save 15%
Kenilworth Castle’s story spans more than nine centuries. Its massive Norman keep dates from the 1120s and the fortress endured one of the longest sieges in medieval English history in 1266.
Kenilworth’s greatest period began when Elizabeth I’s childhood friend, Robert Dudley took possession of the castle in 1563. He spent fortunes turning it into a showpiece mansion to impress the queen. Climb up to the queen’s apartments for fantastic views over the castle and surrounding countryside.
Explore the spectacular garden Dudley created just for his 1575 visit, including a Renaissance aviary, plant beds full of scent, colour and fruit, and an imposing fountain.
Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden has been awarded a Platinum Green Impact Award.
Find out more about the awards
.
What's On
Sat 23 - Sun 31 May 2026
10am - 5pm
Members' Week: History Detectives at Kenilworth Castle
Tue 26, Thu 28 and Sat 30 May 2026
11am - 12 noon and 2pm - 3pm
Members' Event: Edward II and His Favourites Walking Tour at Kenilworth Castle
Sun 7 Jun
11am - 12.30pm and 2 - 3.30pm
Members' Event: Simon de Montfort and the Siege of Kenilworth at Kenilworth Castle
Wed 8 Jul 2026
11am - 12.15pm and 2pm - 3.15pm
See more events
Things to See and Do
Enjoy tower views
Explore the Elizabethan Garden
Learn about a royal romance
Take in the Great Hall
Admire the castle keep
Take part in the Folktale Creature Trail
Meet Kenilworth Castle's people
Take a break
Discover a motoring pioneer
Hire a Meeting Room at Kenilworth Castle
Host your next meeting somewhere unforgettable.
Set within the beautiful grounds of Kenilworth Castle, our meeting spaces offer a refreshing alternative to the ordinary boardroom.
You can even enhance your booking with lunch and guided tours of the castle.
Find about more about hiring Kenilworth Castle
The sights and sounds of Kenilworth Castle
Watch this gorgeous drone footage of Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden before you plan your visit.
Kenilworth Castle on the English Heritage Podcast
Listen to properties historian Dr William Wyeth explain the story of the siege of Kenilworth Castle that took place in 1266, the people who took part and its legacy today.
Guidebook: Kenilworth Castle
Price:
£5.50
Buy Now
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25.28 miles from Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
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27.97 miles from Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
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28.01 miles from Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Nearby
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JW Evans Silver Factory
16.48 miles from Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Halesowen Abbey
19.71 miles from Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Wall Roman Site
23.97 miles from Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
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Kirby Muxloe Castle
25.28 miles from Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Ashby de la Zouch Castle
27.97 miles from Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Deddington Castle
28.01 miles from Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
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FREE HANDBOOK TO PLAN INSPIRING DAYS OUT, WORTH £12.95
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1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield
Dover Castle
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What's On
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WHAT'S ON
Family events
Members' events
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May Half Term
Family Days out
Visit • Family Days out
FAMILY DAYS OUT
Top 10 family days out
Family property guides
Rainy days out
Inspire Me
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1066 and the Norman Conquest
Podcast
Travel guides
Dog friendly places
Historic Gardens
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About the scheme
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Propose a blue plaque
Support the scheme
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1066 and the Norman Conquest
School visits
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History of Stonehenge
History of Hadrian's Wall
Women in history
LGBTQ history
Find more...
Conservation
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Caring for our collections
Collections advice & guidance
Gardens & landscapes
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Clothes moth research
Story of England
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STORY OF ENGLAND
Prehistory
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Tudors
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Join
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LOGIN TO MEMBERS' AREA
Please login or register for the Members' area. The new Members' area allows you view details of your membership and your payments as well as requesting amendments.
Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Open daily, 10am - 5pm (last entry at 4.30pm)
See full prices and opening times
Address
Castle Green, Off Castle Road, Kenilworth, Warwickshire, CV8 1NG
Book advance tickets and save 15%
Book advance tickets and save 15%
Book advance tickets and save 15%
Kenilworth Castle’s story spans more than nine centuries. Its massive Norman keep dates from the 1120s and the fortress endured one of the longest sieges in medieval English history in 1266.
Kenilworth’s greatest period began when Elizabeth I’s childhood friend, Robert Dudley took possession of the castle in 1563. He spent fortunes turning it into a showpiece mansion to impress the queen. Climb up to the queen’s apartments for fantastic views over the castle and surrounding countryside.
Explore the spectacular garden Dudley created just for his 1575 visit, including a Renaissance aviary, plant beds full of scent, colour and fruit, and an imposing fountain.
Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden has been awarded a Platinum Green Impact Award.
Find out more about the awards
.
What's On
Sat 23 - Sun 31 May 2026
10am - 5pm
Members' Week: History Detectives at Kenilworth Castle
Tue 26, Thu 28 and Sat 30 May 2026
11am - 12 noon and 2pm - 3pm
Members' Event: Edward II and His Favourites Walking Tour at Kenilworth Castle
Sun 7 Jun
11am - 12.30pm and 2 - 3.30pm
Members' Event: Simon de Montfort and the Siege of Kenilworth at Kenilworth Castle
Wed 8 Jul 2026
11am - 12.15pm and 2pm - 3.15pm
See more events
Things to See and Do
Enjoy tower views
Explore the Elizabethan Garden
Learn about a royal romance
Take in the Great Hall
Admire the castle keep
Take part in the Folktale Creature Trail
Meet Kenilworth Castle's people
Take a break
Discover a motoring pioneer
Hire a Meeting Room at Kenilworth Castle
Host your next meeting somewhere unforgettable.
Set within the beautiful grounds of Kenilworth Castle, our meeting spaces offer a refreshing alternative to the ordinary boardroom.
You can even enhance your booking with lunch and guided tours of the castle.
Find about more about hiring Kenilworth Castle
The sights and sounds of Kenilworth Castle
Watch this gorgeous drone footage of Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden before you plan your visit.
Kenilworth Castle on the English Heritage Podcast
Listen to properties historian Dr William Wyeth explain the story of the siege of Kenilworth Castle that took place in 1266, the people who took part and its legacy today.
Guidebook: Kenilworth Castle
Price:
£5.50
Buy Now
Nearby Places
Similar Places
JW Evans Silver Factory
16.48 miles from Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Halesowen Abbey
19.71 miles from Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Wall Roman Site
23.97 miles from Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Kirby Muxloe Castle
25.28 miles from Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Ashby de la Zouch Castle
27.97 miles from Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Deddington Castle
28.01 miles from Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Nearby
Places
JW Evans Silver Factory
16.48 miles from Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Halesowen Abbey
19.71 miles from Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Wall Roman Site
23.97 miles from Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Similar Places
Kirby Muxloe Castle
25.28 miles from Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Ashby de la Zouch Castle
27.97 miles from Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Deddington Castle
28.01 miles from Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
UNLIMITED ACCESS TO OVER 400 HISTORIC PLACES
Live and breathe the story of England at royal castles, historic gardens, forts and defences, world-famous prehistoric sites and many others.
FREE ENTRY FOR UP TO SIX CHILDREN
Free entry for up to six children accompanied by an adult member (under 18 years and within the family group).
FREE HANDBOOK TO PLAN INSPIRING DAYS OUT, WORTH £12.95
Complimentary full colour handbook worth £12.95. Plus our award winning Members’ Magazine delivered three times a year.
FREE OR REDUCED ENTRY TO OUR EXCITING EVENTS
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https://instagram.com/englishheritage
https://www.youtube.com/user/EnglishHeritageFilm
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