Welcome to Highcliffe Castle, a Grade 1 listed building situated on the cliff top overlooking Christchurch Bay.

On your visit you will be introduced to the stories of the people who have lived in the Castle, and hear about how this once lavish aristocrat's home was destroyed by two fires and subsequently rescued from ruin. You can often observe our on-site conservator at work in our Stained Glass Studio, restoring pieces of the Castle’s medieval collection. Onsite refreshments available, or you can enjoy a picnic on the lawns whilst enjoying the sea view.

There is plenty to do for all of the family; from our interactive displays and extensive array of period dressing up clothes, to our programme of trails and crafts.

The Castle also hosts a changing programme of exhibitions, and exciting events throught the year, including our popular outdoor theatre events on the lawns.

*Temporary takeaway service available.

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Guide Prices

Accessible to Wheelchair Users, Assistance Dogs, Changing Places Toilet, Designated parking provided for guests with disabilities, Easy access from main roads/good public transport links, Facilities for Disabled Visitors, Guide Dogs Permitted, Handrail by steps, Level access, ramp or lift to a public toilet, Ramp/Level Access, Toilets for Disabled Visitors, Dogs on Lead Only, Shop, Accept children all ages, Baby Changing Facilities, Available for wedding receptions, Coach drop-off point, Event venue, Groups Welcome, Licenced for civil marriages, Shop, Toilets, Wedding Venue, Groups, Indoor Attraction, Of historic, literary or architectural interest, Weddings, Gift Shop, Website, Coach Parking, On Bus Route, On-Site Coach Parking, Parking (charge), All major credit cards accepted, Contactless payment accepted, Special group rates, Guided Tours Available for Groups, Guided Tours Available for Individuals, Group discounts available, Groups Welcome, Wi-fi available, Groups Accepted

Guide Prices

Sunday: 10:00 - 16:00Monday: 10:00 - 16:00Tuesday: 10:00 - 16:00Wednesday: 10:00 - 16:00Thursday: 10:00 - 16:00Friday: OpenSaturday: Open

Guide Prices

1xAdult Ticket at 9, 1xChild aged 5 - 16 at 3.2, 1xFamily (2 Adults 2 Children or 1 Adult 3 Children) at 20, 1xSeniors at 8.5, 1xStudents at 8.5

Road Directions

The Castle car park has 100 spaces including a bay for wedding car parking which can accommodate 30 spaces. There are also a further 6 spaces for blue badge holders. During summer months this car park often becomes busy from early in the day. Alternative car parking is provided nearby at Highcliffe Cliff Top car park in Wharncliffe Road (see map) or at Steamer Point car park in Mudeford. From Steamer Point car park, Highcliffe Castle can be reached in 10 minutes by following the Coastal Path which follows a cliff top route through the nature reserve with stunning sea views of Christchurch Bay.

Public Transport Directions

Coach:

Coach passengers can be dropped off at the designated Coach drop off point situated at the front entrance of the Castle. The Castle offers group discounts for groups of 10 or more visitors.

Bus:

More Bus run the X1 and X2 services from Bournemouth. This route takes you through Christchurch and Highcliffe with a stop outside the Castle, next to the Lord Bute Hotel. This service runs Mon-Sat in the daytime up to every 30 minutes, and on Sundays every two hours.

Yellow buses service 1 runs from Christchurch, stopping outside the Castle next to the Lord Bute Hotel.This service runs at variable times every hour to hour and a half.

Please check the bus companies' websites for up to date and correct information.

Train:

Hinton Admiral Train station is located 1 mile from the Castle, which is a 15-20 minute walk away. The train route services a number of stations on its through journey from and to London. Bikes can also be transported on the train.