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Arundel Castle One of the largest inhabited and complete castles in England. Castle and gardens are now open for the 2026 season. 🌷🏰 Only 500m from the main entrance.
(2022)

One of the largest inhabited and complete castles in England, Arundel Castle is situated in magnificent grounds overlooking the River Arun in West Sussex. Our story begins in 1067 and continues to the present day. Many of the original features such as the Norman Keep, medieval Gatehouse and Barbican survive. Between the 1870s and 1890s the house was almost completely rebuilt and the magnificent architecture in Gothic style is considered to be one of the great works of Victorian England. Learn from our friendly guides about the finely preserved interior with its fascinating furniture, tapestries and rare collection of paintings by renowned artists including Van Dyck, Gainsborough and Canaletto. Stroll through the tranquil grounds where you will discover inspiring gardens. Get involved in our historical events, learn about life in the past and cheer on your champion knight. Whilst you are here, visit Arundel's historic town centre with its museum, galleries, shops and restaurants.

26/10/2026

Just look at this wonderful assortment of pumpkins, squashes and gourds in the Kitchen Garden! 🍂

Big and round, tiny and stripy, wonderfully knobbly and everything in between! Our gardeners have put together quite a collection, with a few unusual additions including jelly palm and Chusan palm fruits.

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25/10/2026

It’s a bright, breezy and blustery day here at Arundel, but the gardens are looking beautiful! 🍂 The autumn colours are stunning, and the castle looks wonderful against that blue sky. 🏰💙

Hard to believe we only have one week left before we close for the season on 1st November. If you haven’t managed to visit yet, there’s still time to enjoy a lovely autumn stroll through the gardens before we close our gates for the winter. 🍁🌿

The last of the afternoon sunshine catching the towers of Arundel Castle through the autumn trees. 🍂The grounds are look...
23/10/2026

The last of the afternoon sunshine catching the towers of Arundel Castle through the autumn trees. 🍂

The grounds are looking particularly beautiful at the moment, with the leaves beginning to turn. There's just over a week left to enjoy the Castle and Gardens before we close for the season on Sunday 1st November.

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'Probably the most interesting castle tour we've ever had. A great deal of which goes to this wonderful guide!'We couldn...
21/10/2026

'Probably the most interesting castle tour we've ever had. A great deal of which goes to this wonderful guide!'

We couldn't agree more!

If you're visiting Arundel Castle this half term, be sure to look out for Paul, our very own History Man.

Throughout the week, Paul will be bringing centuries of history to life with his fascinating guided tours, from exploring the Castle's moat to discovering the story of the First Siege.

Here's where you can find him:

🏰 Tuesday 27 October – Moat Tours
11am, 12.30pm & 2pm | Castle Guard

⚔️ Wednesday 28 & Thursday 29 October – First Siege Tours
11.30am & 2.30pm | Norman Soldier

🏰 Friday 30 October – Fitzalan Chapel
10am–3pm | Medieval Herald

🏰 Saturday 31 October – Moat Tours
11am, 12.30pm & 2pm | Castle Guard

If you spot him, do stop for a chat. There's nobody quite like Paul for bringing the Castle's stories to life!

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📸Just 90 minutes by train from London Victoria, and you could be spending the day in beautiful Arundel! 🚆Of course, Arun...
16/10/2026

📸Just 90 minutes by train from London Victoria, and you could be spending the day in beautiful Arundel! 🚆

Of course, Arundel Castle is a pretty good reason to visit, with nearly 1,000 years of history to explore, magnificent rooms and spectacular gardens.

Walk out of the Castle gates and you'll find yourself in the centre of the historic market town, with its independent shops, antique stores, great little coffee shops, traditional pubs and plenty of places to stop for something to eat (or a drink!).

There's plenty more to discover too, from the magnificent Arundel Cathedral and the town's museum to the River Arun and Arundel Wetland Centre. And with the South Downs right on our doorstep, you're spoilt for choice.

So whether you're planning a day trip from London or fancy making a weekend of it, Arundel is well worth a visit! 🏰

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📸 Captured perfectly by Nigel Cull

With views like this, do you really need another reason to visit Arundel Castle? 🍂Taken from high above the motte, looki...
15/10/2026

With views like this, do you really need another reason to visit Arundel Castle? 🍂

Taken from high above the motte, looking across the Castle as the sun rises over the South Downs. And with just 17 days until we close for the season on 1st November, there's still time to plan your visit.

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The autumn colours are beginning to show in the gardens at Arundel Castle. 🍂The trees are starting to turn, with beautif...
14/10/2026

The autumn colours are beginning to show in the gardens at Arundel Castle. 🍂

The trees are starting to turn, with beautiful shades of red, orange and gold appearing throughout the gardens. And with the colours changing a little more each day, it's a wonderful time of year to visit.

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Half Term Adventures at Arundel Castle! ✨🏰Looking for a fantastic value day out this October half term? Children's ticke...
09/10/2026

Half Term Adventures at Arundel Castle! ✨🏰

Looking for a fantastic value day out this October half term? Children's tickets start at just £8 and adults from £17 – with all our half-term events and activities included in your ticket price. That's right… nothing extra to pay (unless you fancy treating yourself to a coffee or cake ☕🍰). Picnics are very welcome too!

⚔️ Characters from History
📅 Wednesday 28 – Thursday 29 October

Travel back to the 12th century for two days of medieval entertainment! Meet knights, crusaders, archers and our Master Falconer, enjoy storytelling, medieval music, historical craft and weaponry demonstrations, and even try your hand at archery!

📖 History Man Tours
📅 Tuesday 27 – Saturday 31 October

Running throughout half term, our History Man Tours bring the Castle's fascinating past to life. Join a Castle Guard for a tour of the moat, hear tales of the first siege from a Norman Soldier or meet a Medieval Herald in the Fitzalan Chapel.

🍂 And there's more to enjoy beyond the medieval adventures! Our beautiful gardens are full of autumn colour, perfect for a leisurely wander or a picnic on the lawns if the weather is kind.

Your Gardens Only ticket includes access to all the gardens and both events, or you can choose to upgrade and explore the Castle too. Something for all ages to enjoy!

🎟️ Plan your half-term adventure 👉 www.arundelcastle.org/whats-on/

Autumn mornings are particularly special at Arundel Castle. 🍂Soft morning light, mist drifting through the gardens and t...
08/10/2026

Autumn mornings are particularly special at Arundel Castle. 🍂

Soft morning light, mist drifting through the gardens and the Fitzalan Chapel just visible in the distance.

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Another fantastic result for the Arundel Castle garden team at this year’s South & South East in Bloom Awards! 🌿🏆We’re d...
05/10/2026

Another fantastic result for the Arundel Castle garden team at this year’s South & South East in Bloom Awards! 🌿🏆

We’re delighted to have brought home:

🌟 Gold & Category Winner - Small Conservation Area
🌟 Gold & Category Winner - Walled Garden
🌟 Gold - Heritage Park/Garden

Five awards, including three Golds and two Category Wins - a wonderful recognition of the care, skill and hard work that goes into the gardens throughout the year.

A huge congratulations to our brilliant garden team. Very well deserved! 🌿🏰

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