The Family Home of the Duke and Duchess of Rutland. The Castle enjoys breathtaking views over the Vale of Belvoir and costumed guides are on hand to show visitors the impressive collection of English history, period art and furniture.

The grounds around the Castle include a beautiful rose garden and the Duchess’s Garden, a fine example of a Victorian valley garden, with many rare species of trees as well as an Edwardian rare daffodil collection. A special welcome for children includes a delightful Regency Nursery and School Room and an adventure playground. There are also tourist attractions such as an excellent restaurant and gift shop.

Belvoir

Breathtaking
views over the
Vale of Belvoir...

Belvoir

Breathtaking
views over the
Vale of Belvoir...

 
Medieval adventure...
Romantic strolls...
Sumptuous interiors...
Fun for all...
Magical playtimes...
 

Places to stay...

Great accommodation near Belvoir Castle

Great accommodation near Belvoir Castle

Things to do...

Our recommendations for great days out in the Belvoir area

Our recommendations for great days out in the Belvoir area

Opening Times

We are open to the public on various days between 20 March and 26th October 2008 and in December for Christmas events.

Open 11am - 5pm (last entry 4pm)
Saturdays 11am - 4pm (last entry 3pm)

Occasionally the Castle is closed because of private events and on Saturdays when weddings take place closing time may be earlier - please check our website before setting out.


May & June Every day except Fridays and Saturdays (but open Saturday, Sunday and Monday on bank holiday weekends). Closed on Saturday 7 June.

July & August Every day except Fridays

September Saturdays and Sundays only

October Open 4th and 5th, 19th to 23rd  and 26th

December 2nd - 5th for Belvoir by Candlelight and 7th - 14th for Christmas Fantasia

RHS Members have free gardens only access in April and July on the days we are open to the public.

National Garden Scheme operates during the month of May.


Contact Details

Telephone:
(01476) 871002

Fax:
(01476) 871018

Email:
info@belvoircastle.com

Internet:
www.belvoircastle.com

Address:
Belvoir Castle Grantham, Leicestershire NG32 1PE

Admission

Castles & Gardens

Adult £12
Senior Citizens/ Students £10
Child (5-16) £6
Family (2 adults, 3 children) £32

Gardens

Adult £6.00
Senior Citizens / Students £5

Child (5-16) £2


Car parking charge on Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays £1.50


Group Admission:

Adult £8.50
Senior Citizens/ Students £7.50
School parties £4.70 per child

Groups by arrangement throughout the year

 

 

Forthcoming Events

Events at Belvoir Castle: Napoleonic Wars
Napoleonic Wars
Step back in time and experience life as a Napoleonic soldier at our living history camp. Guns and cannons fire as they perform drills and re-enact terrifying battles.
Saturday, July 05, 2008 to Sunday, July 06, 2008
 
Events at Belvoir Castle: Belvoir Fireworks Championships 2008
Belvoir Fireworks Championships 2008
Four huge firework displays and the chance for you to vote for the winner. Come early and bring a picnic, gates open at 5pm and the Show starts at 9pm with a fascinating demonstration of how these displays are put together. Advance tickets £13 adults, £5 children plus £1.50 booking fee or £15 adults, £5 children on the day. Visit www.belvoirfireworks.co.uk or call 0845 8 33 44 27 to book.
Saturday, July 19, 2008
 
Events at Belvoir Castle: The Oasby Summer Consort
The Oasby Summer Consort
An evening of choral and instrumental music featuring Sally Anthony on harpsichord and piano with guest artists Nadia Hinson on violin and piano and Nigel Hinson on Clarinet. Performance starts at 7.30pm. Tickets: adults £8.50, children £4.00. Combined concert and supper ticket £21.00. To book call the Castle box office on 01476 871004.
Saturday, July 19, 2008
 
Events at Belvoir Castle: Concert in the Park - McFly
Concert in the Park - McFly
The fabulous number 1 group plus support. Tickets £26 plus £1.50 booking fee. Book online at www.midsummermagic.co.uk or call the the ticket hotline on 0845 0701770. Gates open at 5.30pm for picnics - show starts at 7.30pm. This is a park concert - please bring your own seating, rugs or groundsheets.
Saturday, August 16, 2008
 
Events at Belvoir Castle: Concert in the Park -Bootleg Beatles & Bjorn Again
Concert in the Park -Bootleg Beatles & Bjorn Again
Includes a fabulous firework finale. Tickets £22.50 plus £1.50 booking fee. Book online at www.midsummermagic.co.uk or call the the ticket hotline on 0845 0701770. Gates open at 5.30pm for picnics - show starts at 7.30pm. This is a park concert, please bring your own seating, rugs or groundsheets.
Sunday, August 17, 2008
 
Events at Belvoir Castle: The Sealed Knot Re-create History
The Sealed Knot Re-create History
In the largest Sealed Knot re-enactment in the UK, the Marauding Cormorants return to Belvoir Castle with plunder, fire and sword! See the Royalist reign of terror brought to an end by the formidable Army of Parliament
Sunday, August 24, 2008 to Monday, August 25, 2008
 
Events at Belvoir Castle: Dinner with a Diva
Dinner with a Diva
Dine in Style in the State Dining Room and listen to a selection of arias sung by Elizabeth Varnham Phillips with Justin Miles Oldham (tenor), David Owen Lewis (baritone), Holly Gillanders and Russian concert pianist Eleonora Babitsky. Dress: black tie and posh frocks. Tickets £50 from Classical Promotions (01636 612060) or the Castle box office (01476 871004)
Friday, October 17, 2008
 
Events at Belvoir Castle: Belvoir by Candlelight - Festive Musical Evenings
Belvoir by Candlelight - Festive Musical Evenings
A real must for all the romantics among us, with Christmas trees sparkling, hundreds or candles glowing and beautiful music echoing through every corner of the castle. Talented musicians, choirs and dancers performing in every room and Massed carols in the Guard Room to complete a truly memorable evening. Wine,coffee and mince pies will be available to purchase during the evening and the Restaurant will be open for booked meals 7pm - 10pm Adults £17.50, Children £8.50 Call to reserve your ticket 01476 871004. Ticket holders can enjoy a special rate for dinner bed and breakfast at our country inn, The Manners Arms. Call 01476 879222 to book.
Tuesday, December 02, 2008 to Friday, December 05, 2008
 
Events at Belvoir Castle: Christmas Fantasia
Christmas Fantasia
Come for a festive day out and enjoy some stress free Christmas shopping in the Belvoir Gift and Farm Shops. Hundreds of decorated trees tell the story of Christmas past, present and future. Bands play, choirs sing, chestnuts are roasting and there are flower arranging and Victorian cookery demonstrations. Delicious Christmas lunches, mulled wine and mince pies. Standard castle entrance prices apply: Adults £12, £10 Concessions £9, Children £6
Sunday, December 07, 2008 to Sunday, December 14, 2008