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Home > Heritage > A very English castle tour

A very English castle tour

By Caroline King - April 20, 2012Posted in : Heritage

St George’s Day events, photo courtesy of English Heritage When: 21st &  22nd April 2012, tours at 11.30am & 1.30pm

Where: Carlisle Castle, Cumbria

£: Adults 8.50, concessions 8, children 4.80.  English Heritage members: Adults: 3, concessions 3 and children 1.50

What is it?

English Heritage are offering guided tours for all the family around the impressive fortress of Carlisle Castle especially for St. George’s weekend, including a dragon trail!  Booking is recommended.

More info: To book phone 01228 591 922 and for more details visit www.english-heritage.org.uk

Tagged With: Carlisle Castle, Cumbria events, English Heritage, Family events, North West, St George's Day

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