Warwick Castle

Warwick Castle

Medieval Castles don't come much more impressive than Warwick Castle - the "shell keep" castle built by William the Conqueror in 1068, situated on a sandstone bluff overlooking the River Avon.

Warwick Castle was used, in the 15th century, to imprison the King of England, Edward IV. But you needn't worry about paying a King's ransom to visit: Buyagift have some of the best value Warwick Castle tickets around!

With almost 1000 years of dramatic historical intrigue behind it, Warwick Castle is a fascinating destination for a family day out in Warwickshire. Offering a unique combination of exciting live-action events, jousting tournaments and an impressive falconry flying experience, your Warwick Castle tickets will keep kids entertained for hours.

Print and Go Warwick Castle tickets

No more waiting for the postman! Print and Go Warwick Castle tickets mean that once you have placed your order, you will be able to print a voucher valid for entry to Warwick Castle which you can then take along to present at the Warwick Castle entrance.

NB: You will need to present your credit card and ticket on arrival at the attraction.

Did you know?... at Warwick Castle

• Sir Fulke Greville converted Warwick Castle into a country house in the early 17th Century, took residence and about a hundred years later his descendents were named earls of Warwickshire. They didn't stop being Earls until 1978, when the castle was reclassified and opened as a tourist attraction.
• In 1153 Warwick Castle was 'taken' from the Earl of Warwick's wife by Henry II, who tricked her into handing it over. We can only imagine the conversation after that had happened..."But darling, that Henry seemed like such a nice chap..."
• The Gunpowder Plotters stole getaway horses from Warwick Castle cavalry stable when they learned their scheme to blow up the King James I had not exactly gone according to plan

Where is Warwick Castle?

Getting to Warwick Castle

Warwick Castle by car

Warwick castle is well signposted in the surrounding area and a little less than two miles from J15 of the M40.

There's plenty of car parks catering to Warwick Castle visitors with prices starting from £3.50.

Postcode of Warwick Castle for Sat Nav

If you're planning your journey to Warwick Castle using Sat Nav then the post code you'll need is CV34 4QU

Warwick Castle by Rail

Warwick Train Station is approx. one mile from the Castle. Direct services to Warwick run from Birmingham Snow Hill and London Marylebone.

Plan your rail journey using the National Rail Journey Planner

Other activities at Warwick Castle

If you've already got your Warwick Castle tickets and want something a little bit more unusual then why not try a Themed Dinner at Warwick Castle ?

Choose from a mediaeval banquet with its rustic charms, a Highwayman's Banquet where you risk running in with vagabonds, or try a sinister supper in The Castle Dungeon After Dark. Whichever you choose you'll get unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks with each meal. So eat, drink and be merry!