Skipton Castle
Skipton Castle is a castle & historic landmark in North Yorkshire, 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.
| Price | Adult £12.80 · Child £8.60 · Family £41.80 Skipton Castle official prices: adult £12.80, child 5-17 £8.60, under-5s free, family (2 adults + up to 3 children) £41.80. Booking online guarantees a timeslot and saves money. Skipton BD23 1AW. |
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| Opening times | Open daily from 10am; closed 23-25 December. |
| Best time to go | Weekday mornings in term time. |
| School holiday tip | Early 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 ages | About 5+; steps and uneven ground, so check pram access All ages. |
| If it rains | Mixed: walls and courtyards are outdoors, some rooms give shelter |
| Food | Tea room and picnic area. |
| Money saver | Check membership value (English Heritage, National Trust, HES, Cadw); family tickets usually beat singles. |
| Top tips | See the Conduit Court first, then the dungeons. Walk the canal basin nearby. |
| What to pack | Sturdy shoes, layers, picnic, carrier for toddlers |
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