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Castle Howard

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Castle Howard is a country house and estate in North Yorkshire, about 15 miles north-east of York. The house is open from spring to autumn and is decorated for Christmas each winter, while the gardens and grounds are open daily (the Walled Garden excepted).

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Where to stay

  • YorkCathedral city about 15 miles away with the widest choice of hotels
  • MaltonMarket town and railway station about 20 minutes away by car
  • PickeringMarket town about 25 minutes away by car
  • HelmsleyMarket town on the edge of the North York Moors, about 25 minutes away

Getting there

  • The estate is about 15 miles north-east of York, reached from the A64; follow the brown Castle Howard signs
  • Bus route 81 runs from York to Castle Howard, and Mountain Goat Tours runs a minibus from York on certain days between 20 March and 31 October
  • Malton is the nearest station and York the nearest major station; both have buses to Castle Howard and taxis
  • Parking is free (some events charge), with a separate Blue Badge car park
TipThe house and gardens have different opening patterns through the year, so check which parts are open on your date. If driving from the north via Sutton Bank, note the site says that road is unsuitable for caravans.

Travel details can change, especially on event days — check with the venue or operator before you travel.

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Questions people ask

Where is the best place to stay near Castle Howard?

York: Cathedral city about 15 miles away with the widest choice of hotels. Malton: Market town and railway station about 20 minutes away by car. Pickering: Market town about 25 minutes away by car. Helmsley: Market town on the edge of the North York Moors, about 25 minutes away.

How do I get to Castle Howard?

The estate is about 15 miles north-east of York, reached from the A64; follow the brown Castle Howard signs. Bus route 81 runs from York to Castle Howard, and Mountain Goat Tours runs a minibus from York on certain days between 20 March and 31 October. Malton is the nearest station and York the nearest major station; both have buses to Castle Howard and taxis. Parking is free (some events charge), with a separate Blue Badge car park.

Any tips for visiting Castle Howard?

The house and gardens have different opening patterns through the year, so check which parts are open on your date. If driving from the north via Sutton Bank, note the site says that road is unsuitable for caravans.

Which airport is closest to Castle Howard?

The nearest airport on this site is Teesside International Airport, about 34 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.