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The Opportunity We are looking for an experienced, dynamic, and visitor-focused Public Access Lead to shape and lead the public-facing operations at Grimsthorpe Castle. This pivotal role involves managing the visitor experience across the Castle, Park, and Gardens, ensuring exceptional service and maintaining Grimsthorpe’s reputation as a welcoming and engaging heritage destination. You will oversee day-to-day operations, lead seasonal staff and volunteers, manage ticketing, retail, events, and marketing, while ensuring all activities align with the Trust’s mission and values. You’ll act as...

Thursday 5 to Sunday 8 September 2024   This year we will play host the the Nene Valley Rock Festival, a classic, progressive and blues rock festival featuring 56 bands across 3 stages. Music starts from 4pm on Thursday, and from 11am on Sunday. We will be open to the public as usual on Thursday and Sunday, and closed on Friday and Saturday as per our opening days. Please note that set up starts from Wednesday 28 August and there may be elements of the...

Click the link if you would like to see some of the veteran trees at Grimsthorpe when they were included in a news report about safeguarding old trees. https://youtu.be/i0L7q0TleTA The clip includes comments from Chris Howes, the Park Ranger, on the importance of the trees as providers of habitats for insects and other wildlife. It is possible to see these trees if you follow the waymarked park trails when we are open. You can walk or cycle these trails during the...