Auckland Castle

Auckland Castle    

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At the heart of The Auckland Project sits the historic Auckland Castle, once the seat of England’s powerful Prince Bishops, and home to a series of remarkable paintings by Spanish master Francisco de …
At the heart of The Auckland Project sits the historic Auckland Castle, once the seat of England’s powerful Prince Bishops, and home to a series of remarkable paintings by Spanish master Francisco de Zurbarán. Visitors to Auckland Castle will walk in the footsteps of former Bishops and witness how these figures changed history. They will encounter some of the most important and decisive moments in the Castle’s history, and uncover the stories and personalities of its key residents. PLEASE NOTE: We are temporarily closed due to Covid-19.

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Feb 21, 2025
We decided not to go in, so this is not really a review, but it is a reflection on what they wanted to charge to go in. £30 each it was going to cost me and my wife, I can not justify that amount of …Full review by andrewgJ2090UZ
Feb 20, 2025
Auckland Palace itself is well worth a visit. Fascinating history and architecture, beautiful paintings and well presented displays that look at the impact of various bishops over the ages. Lovely ca…Full review by 206lizp
Jan 5, 2025
Lovely place, good coffee shop and food was nice. Lots of time to look round, staff helpful, gardens were great, and the deer park.Full review by lisapQ3046DW
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Do you need tickets to do the walk around the grounds? Are the tickets just to access the house?
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No tickets required for the grounds and the deer house, only for Auckland Castle itself
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what is the entrance fee for over 65 please?
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Hello, Tickets for Auckland Castle cost: Adult: £10 Concessions: £8 (over 60s, full-time students, unwaged) Under 16s: £3 You can also buy an Auckland Pass, which gives you access …
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Hello, Tickets for Auckland Castle cost: Adult: £10 Concessions: £8 (over 60s, full-time students, unwaged) Under 16s: £3 You can also buy an Auckland Pass, which gives you access to the Castle, Mining Art Gallery, Auckland Tower and Bishop Trevor Gallery. These cost: Adults £12.50 Concessions £10.50 Under 16s £3 The Auckland Pass tickets are valid for repeat visits. You can find more information on our website.
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Answer by Tap M · Nov 13, 2019
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Will I be able to take photos for personal use inside Auckland Castle?
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Yes, though if I'd known earlier in my tour I've have taken quite a few more! 'without flash' but few cameras need flash these days.
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Sadly I have MS & am wheelchair bound but would like to know which Bishop Auckland attractions are accessible? Many …
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Sadly I have MS & am wheelchair bound but would like to know which Bishop Auckland attractions are accessible? Many thanks Elaine
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Now that Auckland Castle is open I can tell you that location too is fully accesible by wheelchair. In fact one of the two main lifts is a fire lift, so in a worst case scenario you would be able …
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Now that Auckland Castle is open I can tell you that location too is fully accesible by wheelchair. In fact one of the two main lifts is a fire lift, so in a worst case scenario you would be able to use that. Hope this helps:)
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I understand the castle is closed . But ,Are you able to park and look around the grounds?
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Yes - when we were there the grounds were open - during the day but not at night.
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Our venues are open Wednesday to Sunday from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
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