Skipton Castle

One of the best preserved medieval castles in England. Over 900 years old. Open every day from 10am. Closed 23-25 Dec. Book online

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Step back into the 13th century! 🏰
On 22–23 August 2026, Flores De Chevalerie brings the medieval tournament to life with genuine competitive combat, historical authenticity and four teams battling it out to become champions of the day.
Come for a single event or stay for the whole tournament and witness the action unfold!
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Medieval Music Day
Saturday 8 & Sunday 9 August 2026
10:00am–5:00pm
Join Marco Cannavo and Steve Tyler for a day of medieval music, featuring live instrument demonstrations and performances on the hurdy-gurdy, Gothic harp, lute, citole, portative organ, bladder pipe, and tambourine.
Live performances: 11:00am, 1:00pm & 3:00pm.

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Sat 1  & Sun 2 August 2026

Step back to 1645 as the Royalist garrison at Skipton Castle prepares for battle. Watch soldiers muster for action, establish their encampment, and witness the thunder of muskets as history comes to life.

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Travel back to the 15th century at Skipton Castle! 🏰

On Sat 25 & Sun 26 July, Buckingham's Retinue will bring the castle to life with living history, medieval dancing, sword school and more. Plus, enjoy archery and combat demonstrations throughout the weekend.

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Meet Sir John Mallory, Governor of Skipton Castle, and uncover the dramatic story of one of the English Civil War’s longest-held Royalist strongholds. Hear tales of siege, battle and loyalty as he reveals how the King’s cause is faring in Yorkshire. Sat 11 & 12 July 2026

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Step back to 14th Century Castle Life!
Join The Northern Free Company on Sat 27 & Sun 28 June 2026 for a day of medieval living history

#Yorkshire #LivingHistory #MedievalReenactment #MedievalLife #HistoryAlive #Knights #Archery #FamilyDayOut #ThingsToDoYorkshire #Heritage

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On Good Friday, the 3rd April, for the 38th year. Skipton Castle is donating all the admission charges to Martin House & St Gemma’s Hospice

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Celebrating 70 years of educational visits. Hundreds of school groups visit us every year. We are a fully roofed Castle with indoor & outdoor picnic areas and free dedicated coach parking. For more information visit the website.

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Sat 16 & Sun 17 Aug 2025.Flores De Chevalerie brings the 13th Century medieval tournament to life, featuring genuine competitive combat combined with historical authenticity.Stay to see a single event or join us for the whole tournament.

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Castles are Cool. If the weather is too hot for you try our cool dungeon and cellars

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Dinner is being served

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Wishing you all a very happy Yorkshire day #YorkshireDay

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Journey back to the 17 Century with The 1635 Household. Sat 2 -Sun 3 August 2025

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Lord and Lady Clifford and their household. The festivities have begun

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@JoBlytheTV It’s a pleasure. Lovely to meet you all.

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Today, at 19.15pm, we welcome the ITV National Weather team to Skipton Castle for a special outside broadcast with the lovely Jo Blythe and her team, bringing you the latest forecast from one of Yorkshire’s Castle jewels of the North.

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Buckingham’s Retinue cooking in the medieval kitchens

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On Sat 19 & Sun 20 July, Buckingham’s Retinue will be bringing Skipton Castle to life as it may have been in the 15C, during a period known as the Wars of the Roses.
Lord & Lady Clifford are hosting a weekend of events that will showcase the life and times of late medieval life.

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Step Back in Time and join us on Sat 12 & Sun 13 July 2025. 
Meet Sir John Mallory, the fearless Governor of Skipton Castle during the English Civil War. 🗡️ Hear gripping tales of the castle’s epic siege.
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Travel back in time to the 14Century with Tournee this Sat-Sun 21-22 June 2025