Discover more a space away from the main house for reading and Welcome to Castle Howard refreshment. Antique Passage Garden Statues The Howard family has lived in Castle Howard ever since This statue-lined corridor is filled with mementos from the Many of our statues were restored in the 1980s; seek it was built, over 300 years ago. Successive generations grand tours of the Howard family. It also marks the point out Apollo on his woodland plinth at the end of the have welcomed visitors to the house and today it is your where Baroque and Palladian architectural styles meet. Lime Walk or enjoy a moment of tranquillity with The continuing support that makes possible the endless tasks Great Hall Shepherd Boy by Temple Hole. of restoration and conservation. Peer up in wonder at the dome rising above; with Ray Wood We hope you enjoy your day discovering the many painted frescos, intricate carvings and wrought ironwork. Explore serpentine paths treasures Castle Howard has to offer. Notice the painted decoration by Pellegrini which depicts and find the hidden Aztec Follow us on Twitter, /castlehowardest the four elements. Pyramid nestled amongst Facebook and Instagram /castlehoward Brideshead the impressive botanical and share your day with us collection. /castle_howard Re-live iconic scenes using #CastleHoward. from the film and TV Wildlife productions of Brideshead A haven for birds, Revisited as you take a butterflies, dragonflies stroll through the rooms and more; the Great Lake seen on screen. Find out is also said to be home to fresh water mussels. See what more in the High South you can spot from the Boathouse decking. exhibition. Grand Entrances The Chapel Admire the ornate gateways which give glimpses into the Marvel at this ornate space, decorated with work by walled garden as well as the magnificent Victoria Gate; Pre-Raphaelite artists such as William Morris and Edward connecting the walled garden to the stable courtyard Burne-Jones and with a ceiling based on Holbein’s design this entrance commemorates the visit of Queen Victoria. for the Chapel Royal at St James’s Palace. Lakeside Adventure Welcome Temple of the Four Winds Nestled amongst the trees by the lakeside; scramble, Take in the beauty of the Howardian Hills with 360 degree jump, bounce and spin on the swings, slides, towers and views from the 18th century pavilion, originally used as bridges of the adventure playground. Important information Where to eat Where to shop Annual Pass Access for All: A hearing loop is located in the ticket Join our annual pass office, wheelchairs are available for loan and land transport Fitzroy Room Garden Centre scheme and enjoy shuttles between the ticket office, house and lakeside. Self-service restaurant offering homemade soups, Just a short walk from unlimited entry to the Footpaths and entrances are ramped for easy access. sandwiches, main meals, desserts and home baking. the stable courtyard, the house and grounds (when Inside the house a lift (manual wheelchairs only) provides Open daily when the house is open. garden centre is well we’re open to the public). access to most public rooms. Assistance dogs are welcome. Enjoy discounts in the Boathouse Café stocked with plants, trees and shrubs – many shops and cafés, seasonal Babies and Toddlers: Pushchairs are not permitted inside Serving family friendly light bites and lunches. Open daily of which feature in the garden highlights and the house but ‘hip seats’ are available to assist in carrying when the house is open and during school holidays and gardens – plus gardening a changing programme children (six months to three years old) with space to weekends when the house is closed. leave your buggies in the house entrance. Nappy changing gifts and accessories. of events. Courtyard Café facilities are available. Farm Shop Join on the day of your visit and get your admission ticket Waiter served café serving breakfast, homemade soups Dogs: Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times. Please refunded. Ask in the ticket office or call 01653 648621 to and sandwiches, deli snacks and mains, plus home baking Enjoy good quality produce and old-fashioned service always pick up after your dog and place waste in the bins find out more. and desserts. Open daily. at the butchery and delicatessen, home-baking, plus provided. Free bones are available from our Farm Shop. food and drink from local suppliers and small producers Fountains: The Atlas Fountain usually operates between Coffee Shop nationwide. Lakeside Holiday Park Enjoy ‘food on the go’ with a range of sandwiches, home 10.30am and 4pm when the house is open, depending on Carriage House Our quiet camp site on water levels. baking and patisserie, snacks and drinks, plus ice cream. the edge of the Great A range of gifts including homewares, toiletries, Open daily. Lake is the perfect place Photography: Photography is permitted within the accessories, children’s presents and pocket money toys, to escape to. Located in house and grounds for personal use only. In consideration as well as seasonal ranges throughout the year. of other visitors we do not permit tripods or flash the Howardian Hills, photography. Toy Shop close to York, the North Browse the shelves for a range of children’s toys, games York Moors and the Castle Howard, York YO60 7DA and gifts. Yorkshire coast our site www.castlehoward.co.uk House Gift Shop offers tent and touring facilities from 1 March to Located inside the house, with a traditional range of 31 October, with new and gifts and souvenirs inspired by the lavish house interiors pre-owned lodges available to buy and stay in year round. Take a few moments to tell us about your visit via and country estate. www.castlehoward.co.uk/feedback. Your feedback Visit www.castlehoward.co.uk for more information. helps us to improve the visitor experience. Site of the Temple of Venus

Mausoleum Discover more (no public access) with our guidebook, available to buy from our gift shops, ticket office and house Temple of the entrance. Four Winds New River Bridge

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Temple Hole Pyramid Shepherd Boy Lakeside Reservoir Temple Holiday Park Terrace

Adventure Playground

Polar Boat Trips Bear Walk Time Capsule Boathouse Café

South Lake and Prince of Wales Fountain

Great Lake

Atlas Fountain

House Entrance Apollo The Fitzroy Room Lime Walk House Gift Shop Boar Garden Level entrance to the House

Outdoor Tour Meeting Point Walled Garden Gardener’s House Stable Courtyard Courtyard Café Coffee Shop Farm Shop Carriage House Gift Shop Toy Shop

Garden Centre Ticket Office

Please take care when journeying through the Coaches grounds. Surfaces can be wet and slippery.

Key: Routes and pathways Picnic area Information Ray Wood walks Viewpoint Kelly Car – drop off Toilets/disabled toilets Spring walk and collection approx. Summer walk Giant photo frame every 20 minutes Baby change facilities Autumn walk Wheelchair loan Wifi available Public transport pick up Network: Play Self-guided or buy a trail Level entrance/ramp Password: CastleHoward Telephone booklet from our ticket office or house entrance