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11 Mar

Posted at 18:43h in Gardens

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10 Feb

Posted at 09:00h in Gardens

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10 Jan

Posted at 09:00h in Gardens

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21 Apr

Posted at 13:15h in Latest News

As of 2021, cycle hire will no longer be available at Grimsthorpe. Our vast cycle and walking trails remain open, so you can bring your own bikes to ride in the park (park charges apply). Please see our opening times page for further details and to book tickets. ...

16 Mar

Posted at 11:29h in Latest News

Important information about your visit   Please note that our new visitor entrance and exit is located on the hill in Grimsthorpe Village. Please follow the brown tourism signs. Our new visitor car park is located on the right as you drive in, where you can park, and then walk to the ticket office. Our Coach House Tearoom, Gift Shop, and toilet block are closed this year due to an exciting refurbishment. We have a temporary tearoom situated in the Castle...

23 Mar

Posted at 11:15h in Covid-19 Information

Firstly, a big 'thank you' to the 180+ families and individuals who have already purchased season tickets. It's great to know you want to make use of the park. Sadly, as you will have seen on our home page, the park is to remain closed until further notice. Rest assured that we will provide a full refund to all those who have already purchased. Under the current circumstances this is going to take a little while to complete but we will get...