Goodrich Castle
Herefordshire, England
Key facts
- Operator
- English Heritage
- Condition
- Partial ruin
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- English Heritage Overseas Visitor Pass
- Nearest station
- Lydney, 11.8 miles (straight-line)
Pinpoint
Castle Ln, Ross-on-Wye HR9 6HY
Telephone 01600 890538
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Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Visitor essentials
- Facilities
- An on-site tearoom offers refreshments.
A largely intact ruin set high above the River Wye, with a big tower you can actually climb and a dungeon beneath - English Heritage keeps most of the structure accessible rather than roped off, which reviewers say makes it feel far more explorable than most ruins its size.
Worth the trip
The view from the top of the tower over the River Wye, reached via genuinely narrow medieval stairs.
Before you go
Pay and pick up your free self-guided audio headset at the gift shop, not the entrance; the car park is reasonably priced, and reviewers rate the on-site mead as worth trying.
Reviewers consistently praise Goodrich's well-preserved towers, dungeon, audio guide, and views over the River Wye, with several also enjoying the on-site cafe and mead, and noting the site is dog-friendly. One reviewer felt the entry price (around £62 for a family of four plus parking) was becoming steep, though the rest describe it as very good value for a full day out.
“Our stop in Wales trip. It wasn't just few stones in middle of nothing. What's I like there was we could enter almost everywhere, up the tower through the very narrow stairs where is very nice view around, into lower…”- Mariusz Rybak, 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
- “My only grump is that £62 for 4 adults plus parking is pretty steep now.” - Carl
- Guided tours
- “We really enjoyed listening to the audio guide as we walked around.” - Jason Owen
- Facilities
- “There is a cafe on site offering delicious refreshments and a well stocked gift shop.” - emma perkins
Common questions about Goodrich Castle
Where is Goodrich Castle?
Goodrich Castle is in Herefordshire, England, at Castle Ln, Ross-on-Wye HR9 6HY.
Do you need a ticket to visit Goodrich Castle?
Yes - Goodrich Castle is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by English Heritage. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
Is Goodrich Castle dog-friendly?
Visitor reviews suggest dogs are welcome at Goodrich Castle - one reviewer noted: “…was surprising as it was half term. Our dog was also welcome in the Castle and he had doggy ice cream from the cafe.”. Policies can vary between parts of a site and change over time, so confirm with the operator before visiting with a dog.
What is the highlight of visiting Goodrich Castle?
The view from the top of the tower over the River Wye, reached via genuinely narrow medieval stairs.
Is Goodrich Castle a ruin or still intact?
Goodrich Castle is a partial ruin.
