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Bolton Castle
Castle Bolton, Yorkshire
A 14th-century fortress in Wensleydale where Mary Queen of Scots was once held, with gardens and a tearoom.
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 2 hours
Bolton Castle was built in the late 14th century and still has its towers, great hall and rooms. Mary Queen of Scots was held here for several months in 1568-69. There are falconry displays, a vineyard and maze, and the tearoom serves afternoon tea. The castle is open daily, 10am to 5pm per its site.
Good to know
- Tea room closes at 4pm
- Close to Aysgarth Falls
- Best time
- Morning
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Off the A684 at Leyburn, car park
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
Facilities
- Picnic tables
- Toilets
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