Grimsthorpe Castle, House, Park and Gardens
Details
Accessibility
https://www.grimsthorpe.co.uk/access-for-all/
"There are two areas of reserved Disability Parking, one near the Castle, the other close by the Coach House Yard. A wheelchair is available for loan (by prior arrangement).
Access to all facilities in the Coach House Yard is possible and most of the garden paths are level, with a covering of gravel.
It is not possible to obtain wheelchair access to the first floor of the Castle, but four ground floor rooms can be viewed (there is no charge for this). It is also possible to watch a 37-minute ‘virtual tour’ of the State Rooms, complete with commentary. Please ask at the Castle reception desk.
A large section of the woodland walk is also level and accessible with care, but would advise that you contact a member of staff before commencing the route.
If you need help with gaining access to the gardens, castle, coach house or car park please ask any member of staff about our ELECTRIC BUGGY. We are happy to transport you in this vehicle, subject to the availability of a driver.
THERE IS FULL ACCESS FOR GUIDE DOGS
Please note that there are small ponds close to the Castle and a large ornamental lake. Parents must supervise small children at all times, particularly when close to open water.
There are two sets of lavatories, both with facilities for disabled people. Tea room, gardens and grounds are mostly accessible for wheelchairs. There are gravel paths close to the house. Visitors in wheelchairs are welcome to visit three ground-floor rooms in the Castle. There is a “virtual’ tour of the first floor rooms available to view on our laptop computer. A wheelchair is available at the ticket reception for visitor use and folding walking stools can be borrowed at the castle. The Castle tour involves ascending/descending several flights of stairs."
Brief description
https://www.grimsthorpe.co.uk/visit/a-virtual-tour-of-grimsthorpe/
https://www.grimsthorpe.co.uk/the-castle/ "An unexpected marriage of architectural styles, the quirkiness of the Tudor south façade is contrasted by the Baroque splendour of the principal north front, the final masterpiece of Sir John Vanbrugh, architect of Blenheim Palace and Castle Howard.
This long and continuous occupation by the Willoughbys is reflected in the remarkable collection of art and furnishings to be found in the house today: an eloquent record of the characters and fortunes of a powerful and influential dynasty over half a millennium.
The Willoughby de Eresby family is one of three in England who still fulfill the hereditary office of Lord Great Chamberlain, the Monarch’s representative at the Palace of Westminster. Due to this role, Grimsthorpe houses one of the largest collections of royal thrones and furnishings outside the Royal Palaces."
"Please note that there are small ponds close to the Castle and a large ornamental lake. Parents must supervise small children at all times, particularly when close to open water."
Address
The Public Access Team,
Grimsthorpe Estate Office,
Bourne,
PE10 0LY.
Phone
01778 591205
Website
Directions
Opening Times
Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change
See https://www.grimsthorpe.co.uk/visit/
Transport
Amenities
Cafe https://www.grimsthorpe.co.uk/visit/tea-room-shop/
Disability Parking
Disability Toilets
Gardens
Historic House
House open to the public
Shop
Woodland
Woodland Adventure Playground https://www.grimsthorpe.co.uk/visit/adventure-playground/
Travel Information
For further travel information please see: www.traveline.info
Or call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33
(Calls cost 12p per minute plus your phone company's access charge)
Location
Nearest Venues
1.19 miles*
1.58 miles*
St Mary's Church, Swinstead, Lincolnshire
1.61 miles*
Swinstead Market Cross, Swinstead, Lincolnshire
1.63 miles*
*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.