Sizergh Castle
Cumbria, England
Key facts
- Operator
- National Trust
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- National Trust Explorer Pass
- Nearest station
- Oxenholme Lake District, 2.5 miles (straight-line)
Pinpoint
Sizergh, Kendal LA8 8DZ
Telephone 015395 60951
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
Visitor essentials
- Access
- Access to the first floor of the house is up 26 steps with handrails; entry to the house itself is via a 240cm-wide door with a ramp and no steps.
- Facilities
- 12 designated parking bays for disabled visitors in the main car park.
- Dogs
- Dogs are welcome but not allowed into the formal gardens or the house.
A medieval pele-tower house, expanded over centuries into a full manor and now branded simply 'Sizergh' by the National Trust. The gardens are a genuine draw in their own right, and the house tour brings out authentic, well-preserved interiors rather than a reconstruction.
Worth the trip
The gardens - reviewers rate the walk around them as a highlight equal to the house tour itself, not just a pleasant extra.
Before you go
The Trust has mobility trampers available that reviewers say give disabled visitors access to almost the entire grounds, though not the inside of the castle; on bank holidays expect a queue at the main cafe, but there's usually a quicker-moving outdoor coffee van as an alternative.
Reviewers consistently praise Sizergh Castle's gardens, knowledgeable staff, and well-furnished interior, with several highlighting the National Trust's mobility trampers that make most of the grounds accessible, though the castle interior itself isn't wheelchair-friendly, being an ancient building. One visitor mentions it can get crowded on bank holidays, but parking and cafe queues were still manageable.
Medieval pele-tower house; NT now brands it Sizergh
“The wild trail was really fun and we had even more fun as it was super muddy! The gift shop has thought of everything for the trails around the castle, wellies, ponchos, umbrellas and dog leads to use for free. They…”- Alison Page, 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
- “Plenty of parking but you may have to be patient to find a bay at peak times.” - AussieIslander
- Facilities
- “The gift shop has thought of everything for the trails around the castle, wellies, ponchos, umbrellas and dog leads to use for free.” - Alison Page
Common questions about Sizergh Castle
Where is Sizergh Castle?
Sizergh Castle is in Cumbria, England, at Sizergh, Kendal LA8 8DZ.
Do you need a ticket to visit Sizergh Castle?
Yes - Sizergh 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 Sizergh Castle?
The gardens - reviewers rate the walk around them as a highlight equal to the house tour itself, not just a pleasant extra.
Is Sizergh Castle a ruin or still intact?
Sizergh Castle is largely intact - Medieval pele-tower house; NT now brands it Sizergh.
