UNLIMITED ACCESS TO OVER 400 HISTORIC PLACES
Live and breathe the story of England at royal castles, historic gardens, forts & defences, world-famous prehistoric sites and many others.
Our gardens and café are open to explore Wednesdays-Sundays, however, the castle remains closed in preparation for important repair work due to start this year. In the meantime we have reduced the admissions price to reflect these changes. Please enter the code WALMER251150 when booking online to receive the correct admission price. We hope that you enjoy your visit.
Garden open Wed-Sun 10am-4pm
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Faced with an alliance between Spain, France and the Pope, Henry VIII commissions a chain of defences from Hull to Milford Haven.
Henry builds castles on the Kent coast, including three at Sandown, Deal and Walmer. More than 1,400 workmen complete building works in 18 months.
Find out more about the history of Walmer Castle