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Castle Howard
LOCATION
Castle Howard,York, YO60 7DA map
Tel: 01653 6483333
Fax: 01653 648529
www: www.castlehoward.co.uk
DESCRIPTION
The epitomy of the English Country House, widely known as the setting for Brideshead Revisited and one of the best attractins in Yorkshire! Winner of Yorkshire Attraction of the Year 2009 and a host of other awards, Castle Howard guarantees a great day out for everyone. The construction of Castle Howard took more than 100 years before it could be said to have been finally completed, and spanned the lifetime of three earls and numerous architects and craftsmen. As the house was built and decorated so the grounds were filled with lakes, temples, monuments and a grand mausoleum. A thriving estate grew up encompassing several villages and acres of farmland.
OPENING TIMES
HIgh Season (Mid March to end of October + early to mid December (for Christmas)- House and Gardens Low Season - Christmas to mid March and November - House closed, Gardens only. Call Visitor Services for further details
ADMISSION
See website for detals of current pices and offers.