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Home > Heritage > Go on tour this winter at Kenilworth Castle

Go on tour this winter at Kenilworth Castle

By Caroline King - November 16, 2010Posted in : Heritage

When: Every Friday til Mar 2011, at 11am and 2pm. Closed 24th – 26th December 2010 and 1st January 2011.

Where: Kenilworth Castle, Warwickshire

£: Adults 7.60, concessions 6.50, children 3.80 and family ticket 19. English Heritage members free.

What is it?

This winter delve deeper into the fascinating 900-year history of Kenilworth Castle on a special guided tour.  Each month the tours will uncover a different aspect of the castle’s history.  Why not finish your tour with a hot cup of tea and slice of cake in the Stables Tearoom?

In November, discover how the castle, its inhabitants and visitors have inspired works of literature for centuries.  From the 16th up to the 20th century, find out how the castle and its inhabitants have been portrayed through poetry, opera librettos and novels on a fascinating walk around the site.

Rebellion, deceit, excommunications, night attacks and several men called Simon de Montfort: the December tours tell the tale of one of the castle’s most exciting moments in history, the 1266 siege.

More info: English Heritage

Tagged With: English Heritage, Kenilworth Castle, West Midlands, Winter Tours

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