Tattershall Castle
Lincolnshire, England
Key facts
- Operator
- National Trust
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- National Trust Explorer Pass
- Nearest station
- Metheringham, 8.6 miles (straight-line)
Pinpoint
Sleaford Rd, Tattershall, Lincoln LN4 4LR
Telephone 01526 342543
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM |
Visitor essentials
- Parking
- Six accessible parking spaces are on the left as you enter the car park, with an accessible drop-off point near visitor reception.
- Access
- The Great Tower's upper floors are reached by a 149-step spiral staircase; underfoot conditions can be uneven and slippery when wet.
- Facilities
- The accessible toilet block is about 80 metres from the site entrance; there are no toilets inside the Great Tower itself.
- Safety
- Aircraft noise from nearby RAF Coningsby's Typhoon squadrons is audible on most weekdays and can be very loud.
A soaring 15th-century brick great tower, one of the earliest and best-surviving examples of medieval brickwork in England, restored and run by the National Trust. It sits near an active air base, so a visit sometimes comes with an unplanned flypast of vintage aircraft overhead.
Worth the trip
The brick construction itself - reviewers repeatedly note there's nothing quite like it among England's other castles, most of which are stone.
Before you go
There's a car park close by with toilets between it and the tower, and plenty of grass for a picnic; dogs are welcome on the grounds but not inside the tower itself.
Reviewers consistently enjoy Tattershall's unusual red-brick architecture and the views from the top, and several mention good value family tickets and a dog-friendly site. Multiple visits also happened to coincide with nearby air displays, which added to the day. One reviewer had a less positive experience, feeling rushed out by staff who began closing up well before the advertised times.
Restored 15th-century brick great tower
“Great place for everyone to visit. Good exercise if you climb to the roof, well worth it for the views. One child looked in a small room off the main hall and said there's nothing in here. His mum was trying to read the…”- Gill Allen, 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
- “THis was a shame as we would like to have had a chance to look around the church next yo the car park.” - Km Bex
- Facilities
- “We were able to take the tour, look around ourselves the have a picnic in the grounds as a nearby air base flew old planes around.” - Km Bex
Common questions about Tattershall Castle
Where is Tattershall Castle?
Tattershall Castle is in Lincolnshire, England, at Sleaford Rd, Tattershall, Lincoln LN4 4LR.
Do you need a ticket to visit Tattershall Castle?
Yes - Tattershall 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.
Is Tattershall Castle dog-friendly?
Visitor reviews suggest dogs are welcome at Tattershall Castle - one reviewer noted: “…ck castles like this in the U.K. it’s a dog friendly site as well although they are not allowed in the main cast…”. 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 Tattershall Castle?
The brick construction itself - reviewers repeatedly note there's nothing quite like it among England's other castles, most of which are stone.
Is Tattershall Castle a ruin or still intact?
Tattershall Castle is largely intact - Restored 15th-century brick great tower.
