Croft Castle
Herefordshire, England
Key facts
- Operator
- National Trust
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- National Trust Explorer Pass
- Nearest station
- Leominster, 5.2 miles (straight-line)
Pinpoint
Leominster HR6 9PW
Telephone 01568 780246
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Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Visitor essentials
- Access
- Designated accessible parking, accessible paths, bookable wheelchair and mobility vehicles, wheelchair-friendly toilets and induction loops are available.
- Dogs
- Rated a two-pawprint site; dogs can explore the 1,500 acres of parkland and gardens.
A castellated manor that's been the Croft family seat for centuries, with an older exterior wrapped around largely Georgian interiors inside. National Trust also maintains the surrounding parkland and the Fishpool Dingle woodland walk, which reviewers rate as highly as the house itself.
Worth the trip
The Fishpool Dingle woodland walk through the estate - reviewers consistently mention it in the same breath as the house, not as an afterthought.
Before you go
The house itself is a fairly quick visit at 20-30 minutes, so pair it with the walled garden and the Dingle walk to make a full day of it; the walled garden is best outside early spring, when reviewers say it has more to offer.
Reviewers enjoy Croft's walled garden, parkland and church, with the house itself often described as a fairly quick visit (20-30 minutes) given Georgian interiors that are only partly open to the public. A couple of reviewers mention being pleasantly surprised by how much there was to see despite expecting less, and the cafe's lunch options were noted as somewhat limited on one visit.
Castellated manor, Croft family seat
“Interesting building. Inside decor is Gorgian and absolutely gorgeous while the the exterior is much older. Very friendly stewards who allowed me to play the lovely Bluthner piano. Walled garden not very interesting in…”- Sheila Joynes, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Parking
- “Parking: Large car park with plenty of space.” - Becky T
- Facilities
- “Cafe: Limited lunch options when we visited, but a nice stop for a scone and tea with indoor and outdoor seating.” - Becky T
Common questions about Croft Castle
Where is Croft Castle?
Croft Castle is in Herefordshire, England, at Leominster HR6 9PW.
Do you need a ticket to visit Croft Castle?
Yes - Croft Castle is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by National Trust. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
What is the highlight of visiting Croft Castle?
The Fishpool Dingle woodland walk through the estate - reviewers consistently mention it in the same breath as the house, not as an afterthought.
Is Croft Castle a ruin or still intact?
Croft Castle is largely intact - Castellated manor, Croft family seat.
