Plan Your Visit

Plan Your Visit

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Directions

Go to our Directions page and plan your journey to Carlisle Castle by car or public transport.

You will find parking information, post code for sat nav, and our address at the bottom of the page.

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Facilities

Find out what Facilities are available for your day out.

Here you can find out everything you need to know about parking, toilets and shopping at Carlisle Castle, as well as other useful information.

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Access

Look up Access information for your visit. We have detailed information about what to expect if you have particular needs regarding:

  • Mobility/Older Visitors
  • Blind/Visually Impaired
  • Deaf/Hard of Hearing
  • Learning Difficulties
  • Culinary/Dietary
  • Health and Safety
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Group Visits

Find out what you need to know for Group Visits.

Look up what discounts there are for groups, as well as how to book your group visit, and see information about tours that may be available.

Car-free Travel Discount

Escape the traffic and travel to Carlisle Castle by train, bus or bicycle and be rewarded with 20% off your walk-up ticket. Show your bus or train ticket, or bike helmet, at the point of purchase to receive your discount. English Heritage are working with Good Journey to encourage sustainable travel to Carlisle Castle, click here to find out more and for help planning your route.