Eastnor Castle Castles
Eastnor Castle, in the dramatic setting of the Malvern Hills and surrounded by a beautiful deer park, arboretum and lake - is the home of the Hervey-Bathurst family.
The style proposed by the architect, the young Robert Smirke, was Norman Revival. From a distance, Eastnor was intended to create the impression of a medieval fortress guarding the Welsh Borders. The symmetry of the design emphasised authority, distinguishing it from the rambling, picturesque, castellated mansions of a slightly earlier period at Downton and Lowther, the latter also designed by Smirke.
There is much to interest visitors - both
adults and children alike - in the grounds.
Estate Life Photographic Exhibition
Castle Gift Shop
Castle Tea Room
Valley Lawn Picnic Area
Knight's Maze and Children's Assault Course
Adventure Playground
Castle Terraces Overlooking Lake
Lakeside and Woodland Walks
Children's Fun Worksheets
Eastnor Castle is "embowered by vast conifers, plantations which spill out into surrounding hills and fields," and which include "the most magnificent collection of cedars in the British Isles."
Miles Hadfield, Country Life, 20 June 1968
Eastnor is between the Cotswolds and the Welsh Marches. The Castle is 2 miles east of Ledbury on the A438 Tewkesbury road. Alternatively, leave the M50 at Junction 2, and from Ledbury take the A449 / A438 to Eastnor.
Attraction Details
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AddressEastnor, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1RL
Opening times11.00 am - 5.00 pm
Entry costs
Attraction typeCastles
Hotels near Eastnor Castle
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The Feathers Hotel
Originally built in 1564, The Feathers Hotel still maintains much of its original Tudor architecture today. Nestled in the historic market town of Ledbury, it has its own indoor swimming pool free for guests use, restaurant and bar..
1 Mews Cottage
1 Mews Cottage is a holiday home with free WiFi, set in Ledbury, 2.6 km from Eastnor Castle. There is a dining area and a kitchen complete with an oven, a microwave and toaster.
The Cider House
The Cider House offers pet-friendly accommodation in Ledbury. The property features views of the city and is 3.1 km from Eastnor Castle.
Leadon House Hotel
Situated in Ledbury, the family-run Leadon House Hotel offers a bar and a restaurant. With free Wi-Fi and free onsite parking, it is on the borders of Herefordshire, Gloucestershire, and Worcestershire..
Hillside Cottage
Located in Ledbury, 4.1 km from Eastnor Castle, Hillside Cottage features free WiFi access and free private parking. The rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV.
Rye Court Cottage
Located 47 km from Stratford-upon-Avon, Rye Court Cottage offers pet-friendly accommodation in Malvern Wells. It provides free private parking. Cheltenham is 22 km from Rye Court Cottage, while Worcester is 21 km from the property.
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