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Rockingham Castle
Rockingham Castle was built by William the Conqueror and was regularly used by the early Kings of England until it was granted to Edward Watson in the 16th century, whose ancestors still live there. It is a Tudor building within Norman walls, but each century has left its mark by either its architecture, furniture or works of art. A fine collection of family portraits by Reynolds and Van Dyck is on display. In Victorian times Charles Dickens was a regular visitor. Twelve acres of formal and wild gardens surround the castle, along with the 400 year old `Elephant Hedge´.
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Market Harborough,
Northamptonshire
LE16 8TH
Information on Rockingham Castle, Market Harborough
| Opening Times: | 17 Apr to 31 May, Sun & BH Mons. Jun to 27 Sep, Tue, Sun & BH Mons. Grounds open at 12:00, Castle opens 13:00-17;00, Last admission 16:30.Grounds open 12:00. |
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| Admission: | House & Gardens: Adult £9.00, Child (5-16) £5.00, Senior Citizen £8.00, Family (2+2) £23.00. Grounds only including Gardens, Salvins Tower, Gift Shop & Licenced Tea Room: Adult/Child £5.00. Group rates available. |
| Child Friendly: | Children of all ages welcome (Wentworth the Gallant Griffin quiz & Eye Spy) |
| Dog Friendly: | Dogs Permitted (Kept under control & Guide dogs) |
| Location: | One mile north of Corby on the A6003. |
| Facilities: |
Limited Disabled Access, Shop, Guided Tours, Restaurant, Parking Availability |
| Organisation(s): |
Historic Houses Association |
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