2025 Tickets coming soon! 

Visit a place like no other and experience a day of adventure, beauty, and history at Castle Howard! This magnificent stately home offers families visiting a wonderful day out with plenty for families of all ages to see and do.

Castle Howard guides will share fascinating knowledge and stories from years gone by as you tour the palace and grounds. See wonderful flowers and wildlife in the walled garden or take the land train to the lake where you can enjoy a family picnic. Kids can burn off energy in the new exciting high energy adventure playground.

Included in your ticket is:

Grounds & Gardens Ticket – The stunning gardens and grounds cover 1,000 acres and are the perfect place for you to connect with nature and enjoy beautiful views. Take in the landscape’s natural beauty on a family walk around the grounds no matter the season. 

Also included is access to the award-winning Skelf Island Adventure Playground! The treetop nest structures connected by rope bridges, slides, nets, and climbing equipment will take you on an adventure like no other. Throughout the school holidays, you might even encounter the mystical creatures that live at Skelf Island! Run, jump, climb and explore this treetop adventure within the vast landscape of Castle Howard.

With a House, Grounds & Gardens Ticket, you’ll also get access to the incredible house which is a national treasure for families to enjoy. Discover elegant rooms, décor, historic tales, inspiring architecture and interiors, and world-renowned collections. The interior of the house is beautiful decorated for each season, so this is not one to miss!

Visit Castle Howard with the whole family for an educational and fun-filled day out that you won’t forget!