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Kenilworth Castle is a castle in the town of Kenilworth in Warwickshire, England, managed by English Heritage; much of it is in ruins. The castle was founded during the Norman conquest of England; with development through to the Tudor period.
Discover stories of epic sieges and royal scandals at mighty Kenilworth Castle. Once one of the country’s most formidable medieval fortresses, the castle was later transformed into a spectacular Elizabethan palace by Robert Dudley in an effort to impress his queen.
The history of Kenilworth Castle, a royal castle for much of its history and converted into a lavish palace for Elizabeth I by Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester.
Kenilworth Castle is one of the great historical sites of the United Kingdom. First built in the 1120s and a royal castle for most of its history, it was expanded by King John, John of Gaunt and Henry V.
Kenilworth Castle is one of the great historical sites of the United Kingdom. Many of the buildings remain unaltered since Elizabeth I’s reign, and the spectacular ruins reveal much of the castle’s medieval and Tudor past as a royal residence.
Kenilworth was once one of England’s most prized castles. It stood strong against the longest siege in England’s history and was lavishly embellished by royals throughout the ages. Today, its ruins remain standing, continuing to tell the story of its long history. English historic eras. Prehistoric. Roman. Early Medieval. Medieval 1066 - 1485.
First built in the 1120s and a royal castle for most of its history, Kenilworth Castle was expanded by King John, John of Gaunt and Henry V. In 1563 Elizabeth I granted it to Robert Dudley,...
Kenilworth Castle was an important royalist stronghold during the English Civil War. It was eventually partially dismantled and the mere drained by parliamentary troops. The castle was presented to Kenilworth in 1958, on the 400th anniversary of the accession of Elizabeth I to the throne.
Discover an Elizabethan garden that has been expertly restored. In 1575, Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester, entertained Queen Elizabeth I at his home, Kenilworth Castle. He hoped to marry the...
Things to See and Do. Prices and Opening times for Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden. Book ahead and save 15% You can book online until 8.45am on the day of your visit. You can still buy a ticket when you arrive, but you won’t get the discount. Your booking is only for entry to the site or event, and you may need to pay for parking.
