We are delighted that following recent government guidance we have been able to bring forward our plans for safely re-opening the Gardens of Castle Howard, and we will be doing this in the first instance for Members only, commencing Wednesday 3rd June, and then for all visitors from Monday 8th June. We cannot thank you enough for staying with us during the last three months of closure, your support is invaluable to the continued upkeep and running of the Estate, and we are truly grateful.
We are moving to an entirely online booking function so that we can manage the capacity of visitors coming through the Courtyard, therefore maintaining social distancing and importantly so that you can enter through the ticket office and self scan your booking barcode. We feel it is very important to be able to monitor and manage numbers during this first easing of restrictions, and to ensure public safety. All Friends of Castle Howard must pre-book an arrival time slot to visit us, of which are available from 10am until 4.30pm daily. Visits to the gardens are included within your membership. To book your visit please click below.
Explore 1,000 acres of parkland with meandering woodland paths, lakeside terraces, temples, fountains and the Walled Garden: beautiful at any time of year.
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak all Friends of Castle Howard must pre-book an arrival time slot to visit us. Arrival slots are available from 10am until 4.30pm daily. Visits to the gardens are included within your membership, please click 'Book Now' to select your arrival time.
Explore 1,000 acres of parkland with meandering woodland paths, lakeside terraces, temples, fountains and the Walled Garden: beautiful at any time of year. Please Note. Skelf Island Adventure Playground is currently closed due to COVID-19.
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak all visitors must pre-book an arrival time slot to visit us. Arrival slots are available from 10am until 4.30pm daily. Please click 'Book Now' to select your arrival time.
This ticket is valid for one visit between Monday 8th June to Sunday 1st November 2020.
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak all visitors must pre-book an arrival time slot to visit us, including visitors with affiliate membership scheme cards (Historic Houses, Yorkshire's Great Houses, Castles and Gardens or MAX Cards).
Admission varies depending on the terms and conditions of the affiliate membership scheme, please see below. Membership cards must be shown at the Ticket Office upon arrival, we regret that we cannot permit access without a valid membership card.
Choose the tier of our membership scheme which most suits you; from enjoying great days out with your family to joining us at our Summer Garden Party and taking part in our programme of Friends tours and talks.
Benefits for both Silver and Gold Friends:
Ryedale District Residents
There is a special Friends offer for our closest neighbours, Ryedale District Residents. Enjoy three free children's passes for every named adult membership purchased. For more information please contact our Membership Team on 01653 648621.
Other Discounts...
We regularly work with third party organisations to offer discounted rates of a Friends of Castle Howard membership. Members of the below organisations are eligible to claim a reduced membership rate;
- Historic Houses Members
- Yorkshire Wildlife Trust Members
Members of the HH can also enjoy one free visit to Castle Howard annually (as per the terms and conditions listed on the HH website).
Discount is subject to Terms and Conditions, fore more information please call our team on 01653 648621.
Pay by Direct Debit and receive a further 10% off, please contact us directly for more information about setting up a Direct Debit payment.
We greatly appreciate the support we get from all of our members, if you renew you’ll receive further discount on your renewal cost.
Current prices are held until 1st July 2020.