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Shaw's Corner

Castle & Historic Landmark · Hertfordshire, England

Shaw's Corner is a castle & historic landmark in Hertfordshire, 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 £10 · Child £5 · Family £27
Estimated advance online pricing (2025/26 levels); verify on the official site before booking.
Best time to goSpring to autumn.
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
If it rainsMixed: walls and courtyards are outdoors, some rooms give shelter
Money saverCheck membership value (English Heritage, National Trust, HES, Cadw); family tickets usually beat singles.
Top tipsGeorge Bernard Shaw's home and writing hut.
What to packSturdy shoes, layers, picnic, carrier for toddlers

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