Beeston Castle

One of the Best Places To Visits in Tarporley Frequently mentioned in reviews: Top-rated.online cuts through the clutter, highlighting only the reviews that are most helpful, earn the most likes, or come from the most active contributors. English heritage property in Cheshire, this year Beeston celebrates it's 800 year old anniversary. It's quite a steep up to the top of the but once up there the are amazing. Half way up the hill is a round house . Plenty of parking which is free for members. Gift shop/toilets. Check the website for events . Visited 12/04/2024 utilising free entry as English Heritage members, which included free parking as members also. There is a sized car park, and on the Friday around 11am there was plenty of spaces. Once through the main entrance you go into the reception building and scan your members passes if you have them or pay for entry if you are not. This reception building also has the shop and a small visitors information display space which has information displays and models of the site. Once out of the reception building there is the only bathroom facilities on the site so best you can go before taking the trip up the hillside to the at the top. We initially took a buggy with us but when we got to the outer wall boundary of the we made the call to return the buggy to the car and make rest of the trek upward by foot with the three year old. I would suggest using a carrier for small children. The site overall is family but there are some very steep inclines and deep steps which small children will need assisting with/carrying over and for those with mobility difficulties will need assistance from another person in parts as not many guided rails etc where the steep inclinations are. There is a straight route up from the mid point where the inner boundary wall is or you can go left or right up some steps and then once past go up a gradual smoother incline (slightly longer) rather than straight up and steeper incline. Once at the top there is some spectacular and some places to sit down and appreciate the views. After the back down you can the gift shop and there are some things for both kids and adults. Also as you exit to the main road to the right is the cafe where you can have items ranging from tea/coffee/hot chocolate, ice cream and some other food items. Overall a place to with the family ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ with a view. it's a shame there wasn't much detail in the itself like there are in other heritage sites but brilliant with castle, caves and roundhouse. dog and brilliant for a day trip out Really liked it here, before entering the grounds we did a 10k hike then afterwards had a coffee at the cafe outside then on arrival in the visitors centre got chance to sample some whisky 🥃 and some ginger wine then took a shot up to the to admire some breathtaking views! Well worth the 5 stars certainly for the amazing of Cheshire and North Wales. Sadly not much left of the castle, only a few ruined walls, so its down to you to guess how impressive, dominating and warning to any aggressors it must have been. Usual gift shop but the café (situated down the road), had a very stock of drinks and local cakes and a outside to relax in. Also, the person that served us was so very friendly. Beeston in Cheshire is an absolute gem! The up to the is scenic and invigorating, with stunning that reward you at the top. The ruins are fascinating and steeped in history, making it a great spot for history buffs and families alike. The staff is and knowledgeable, always ready to share interesting tidbits about the castle’s past. The surrounding countryside is breathtaking, perfect for a day out. Highly recommend visiting for a mix of adventure, history, and natural beauty! Car park is £3 and Beeston is £8 (online) English heritage is the Custodians of Beeston so as always the attraction is kepted immaculately. Staff are brilliant helpful and insightful. We are members so there wasn't a cost for entrance just scanned our cards. There is parking opposite to the entrance this was also free to English Heritage members. Onsite there is a gift shop, toilets and a picnic area. Step.back in time and take a look at the bronze age house constructed by using technics and tools that they would of originally used. Beeston is a great place to with awesome over the Cheshire countryside. Ideal for Adults and children alike. Big thankyou to the amazing staff that are always welcoming and helpful. Had such a to Beeston today. The place is full of history, with stunning all around – really peaceful and a perfect spot to enjoy some quiet time. The staff were very and welcoming, which made the even better. Plenty of space to walk, explore, and take in the scenery. A truly beautiful spot, thank you Beeston Castle! 🤩 Parking and Entrance is free for English Heritage Members. Had a great time doing the summer activities with kids here. The itself was on a hill so prepare for a to get to it. Not much to the ruins itself. The best thing is likely the at the top. We had a time here at the castle. The people at the front desk were super and recommended us a specific route to up to the and back down. Even though it was misty we had beautiful and thoroughly enjoyed the up and down. Additionally we had a look at the caves and the old bronze age hut which were both great. Nice little giftshop as well with some tasty wines, snacks and gifts. Fantastic from the top very helpful staff on entering explained which route to take. Seats on the way but it's definitely not wheelchair friendly. Toilets just inside gate. Parking over the road but disabled spaces for 3 or 4 cars on a bank not very good. Cafe to sit outside just down the road from entrance prices not bad. We thoroughly enjoyed this Castle, the was quite steep - so not for the less able bodied ... but worth the for the spectacular from the top !! The Bronze Age Round House reconstruction is amazing - very clever Volunteers who built it in the 21st Century ! There is a Museum which is informative & is included in the price, it is located inside the Entrance/Shop where you buy your Tickets. The Staff were & helpful Well worth a Stunning location and the view from the walls is well worth the walk. A bit loose underfoot in places so wouldn’t recommend for anyone unsure on their feet. Also some potentially big drops so children need to be watched carefully Go on a clear day, from the top are excellent. The is in a peaceful with plenty of walks. Cafe with outdoor tables. Car park £4 for non members. A really pleasant few hours We were lucky enough to have Dave an English Heritage volunteer give us a free guided tour of the which definitely enhanced our visit. It was a and very informative 1.5 hrs spent, with breathtaking 360degrees of the surrounding countryside from the top. A very enjoyable time was had and I would highly recommend going. Visited this as an English heritage member. Had read other reviews stating that it was a steep climb but worth the effort for the views. I have COPD, so was worried that I would struggle. However taking things slowly and resting on the numerous seat, I managed to climb to the castle. We went on a sunny day and the were stunning. Definitely worth the effort. Wow! What a place. Spectacularly beautiful, the grounds and remaining stoneworks are fascinating and readily interpretable. I spent hours exploring the site, imagining what had happened here over time. This place evoked such a sense of wonder in me. I recommend visiting in clear weather if possible, as the view over the Cheshire Plain is truly something to behold. On a nice day, the are lovely. We were disappointed that the woodland was closed, but this wasn't noted on the website or FB page. Might not have gone had we known. The coffee was good, and the pasty was excellent. The car park filled up quickly, so go early or on a dull day. Save 15% by booking in advance. place to visit. The from the are incredible. Highly recommended, especially if you are English heritage member. Make sure to wander around the woods as plenty to see around there as well. I am an English Heritage member and I took my friend who isn't to this today. On arrival at the ruins of the original outer gatehouse, we met "Dave", a volunteer assistant who was on his way up to the castle. He offered to give us a guided tour on his way up. He was so and knowledgeable that he made our day quite frankly. What a volunteer; he is an utter credit to English Heritage. Not much of a with this one more ruins if anything. That being said I'm glad to have visited because of its history. The only gripe I have with these places is. They charge a little too much sometimes with what you get to see. There are student discounts and if you prefer to book I believe there is another discount on booking in advance. It's more expensive to show up on the day to pay and the cafes are quite expensive also. All this being said. It's a place I'd recommend maybe if you're close by as I was currently staying in Stapeley so not very far from the castle. The caves were locked off also the woodland walkway was closed the day I visited due to gardening being done. I think if you're looking to travel from to up and down the country, becoming a member of the English heritage would be advisable. It was an enjoyable trip, taking approximately two hours to see all the sights. It's a location for a leisurely stroll or a family outing. Unfortunately, the caves were closed during our visit, but there were helpful volunteers providing information about the area. The staff were also very pleasant. It's a location for flying a drone. Visited Beeston during our stay at nearby Peckforton Castle. Parking is £4 for a daily ticket (free to members of English Heritage) and can be paid for with cash or card, at the machine. Entry fee is expensive, costing £30 for two adults. We chose to join English Heritage at the shop so entry fee was included and we were reimbursed for the car park costs. The entrance to the is through the shop which sells memorabilia, toys, local mead, bottled spirits ice lollies and books. No cafe but there are toilets, which were clean and well kept. There are two small exhibition rooms detailing the history of the castle, plus artefacts found at the site. The up to the ruins is not leisurely but certainly worth the hike to take in the stunning views. Kudos to those parents who pushed prams/carried kids up the hill and over the bridge to the top….! There are a couple of points of interest along the walk, a roundhouse, with a young tour guide stationed inside who was very knowledgeable and an set up with tools used when the was intact. We spent around an hour and a half walking around the site, we probably would have stayed longer had we packed a picnic, or if they had refreshments available. Dogs are allowed but must be kept on a lead. There's not much left over from the castle, apart from some walls. Nice wievs. 4 stars because I got free entrance, otherwise max 3. It's a 15 mins steep if you are taking small kids or elders. I recommend taking the picnic blanket and food because it's not much to do there😉 Starting from the reception, you will be welcomed by a and welcoming staff. A map of the is provided. Right there at the reception you can taste honey wines, which are typical of this area. You will also be introduced to locally produced wines, brandies, etc. Will show you where to go, how to better plan the order of attractions. When you arrive at the ruins of the or the replica of the Bronze Age lodge, you will again be greeted by other very knowledgeable specialists who will tell you as much as you have the patience and interest to hear. And of course, fantastic of nature all around! Special thanks to Bob for the interesting and detailed narration and demonstration! It's really beautiful place. The distorted a lot but you can see ruins of the walls and entrance of the city. From top of the hill you have amazing on Cheshire area. The entrance ticket cost just 12.00 pound and parking which cost 3 pound. On the territory you will see not just remains of destroyed also you will have nice picnic area, benches for tired tourists, toilet and shop with souvenirs. Loved it Great visit, its a bit steep in places, but there are lots of benches to rest on. The from the are worth the climb. The woodland and iron age house, mean that there are interesting things for all ages Dave was an excellent tour guide for our group of 15. Great day .... exercise Jest spoko tylko bilet trochę za drogi. Website change monitoring Monitor any webpage for changes – get instant email alerts when prices drop, new jobs are posted, products come back in stock, or competitors update their sites. See how the number of reviews and average review scores have changed over time.