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Lowther Castle

Castle & Historic Landmark · Cumbria, England · Lowther, near Penrith

Lowther Castle is a castle & historic landmark in Cumbria, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £14 · Child £10 · Family £45
Visit Lake District listing (2025 season prices): adult £14, child £10, family day ticket £45, carers free, covering the exhibition, castle ruins, gardens and the huge Lost Castle adventure playground (with a toddler area). Near Penrith, signposted from the A6 at Hackthorpe (M6 J39/40).
Opening timesDaily except Christmas Day: summer 10am-5pm (last entry 4pm); winter 10am-4pm (last entry 3pm).
Best time to goDry days; huge adventure playground.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening.
Best agesAbout 5+; steps and uneven ground, so check pram access
All ages; toddler area in the playground.
If it rainsMixed: walls and courtyards are outdoors, some rooms give shelter
FoodCafé and takeaway.
Money saverCheck membership value (English Heritage, National Trust, HES, Cadw); family tickets usually beat singles.
Top tipsCastle ruin and gardens with one of the biggest adventure playgrounds in the north.
What to packSturdy shoes, layers, picnic, carrier for toddlers

Partly checked on 23 Oct 2026. Confirm prices and times on the venue's website. Venue website or source

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