About
Yarmouth Castle guarded the harbour and western Solent as part of Henry VIII's coastal defences. Its square blockhouse and arrowhead bastion mark a change from his earlier circular forts, and soldiers remained stationed here until 1885. Inside, recreated Tudor rooms explain how the garrison lived, while an exhibition explores wrecks in the treacherous waters of Yarmouth Roads. Children can try the dressing-up activities and games, and the gunners' platform provides a place to pause with views across the Solent. Reviewers consistently describe a compact visit with more information than its size suggests, often allowing around an hour. Bring a picnic or buy something in town before entering. The shop and courtyard have ground-floor access, but steep historic stairs lead to the upper displays and viewing areas. Public parking and toilets are a short walk away.
OpenSee all times
- Yarmouth Castle10:00 – 17:00
Opening times may change at short notice.
Current calendar lists daily opening. Later seasonal dates vary; consult the official calendar before travel. Advance tickets bought by midnight the previous day save 15%.
Cobbled approach. The ground-floor courtyard and shop are wheelchair accessible; steps restrict access to historic rooms, upper exhibitions and the viewing platform. No toilets on site.
Dogs at the location: Not confirmed. Not confirmed in the brief review of the official visitor and dog-policy pages.
Dog walks in the grounds: Not confirmed. Not confirmed in the brief review of the official visitor and dog-policy pages.
Dog walks in the surrounding area: Not confirmed. Surrounding dog walks were not separately researched; permission outside the documented site or approach is not confirmed.
Leads: Not confirmed.
Seasonal dog restrictions: Not confirmed; follow current site notices.
Assistance dogs: Not confirmed separately by the reviewed dog policy.
PricingFree with English Heritage membershipEH memberFree entryNon-member£9
Free entry with English Heritage membership
Entry
Non-member prices
Adult£9.00
Child (5-17)£4.50
Concession£8.10
Family (2 adults, up to 3 children)£22.70
Family (1 adult, up to 3 children)£13.60
Pricing details
Published standard-day walk-up rates without voluntary donation; advance booking saves 15%. Peak and off-peak days differ, so check the calendar for your date.
Published standard-day walk-up rates without voluntary donation; advance booking saves 15%. Peak and off-peak days differ, so check the calendar for your date. Under-5s enter free.
ParkingParking not known
The Trust's page does not say how parking is charged.
Parking details
English Heritage has no visitor car park here. River Road Long Stay Car Park is a short walk from the castle; follow local signs and pay the operator's tariff.
River Road Long Stay Car Park listing matched to the official instruction to use nearby public parking and continue on foot.
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