About
Brough Castle occupies a ridge above Church Brough on the site of a Roman fort, commanding the route through the Stainmore Pass. Its substantial keep dates from around 1200 and reflects the importance of this often-contested border country. The Clifford family later added more comfortable living quarters, which were damaged by fire after a Christmas celebration in 1521. Lady Anne Clifford restored the castle in the 17th century, and traces of her work remain among the ruins. Information boards help visitors follow these different phases, while reviewers often mention the views and the independent ice-cream parlour beside the site. Park considerately in the village and approach on foot; English Heritage specifically asks visitors not to park at Brough Castle Farm. A kissing gate and uneven cobbles make sturdy footwear useful, and livestock may be present.
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Today, Wednesday 28 October
- Brough Castle10:00 – 16:00
Free entry
Opening times may change at short notice.
Daily 10am-5pm April-September, 10am-4pm October-March; closed 24-26 December and 1 January.
The neighbouring ice-cream parlour and tearoom are independently operated. No dedicated castle car park.
Ordinary access is free to everyone; no membership is required. Separate tours, events and parking may have charges.
Accessibility: Entrance through a kissing gate. Uneven surfaces and gatehouse cobbles; farm livestock may be present.
Parking: Limited village parking only. Do not park at Brough Castle Farm. The driving pin marks the public village approach; observe local restrictions and continue to the castle on foot.
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