Plan Your Trip
Visit Highclere Castle
Opening Season
April – October 2026
Booking
Pre-booking essential
Address
Newbury, Berkshire RG20 9RN
Visiting the Castle
Highclere offers different tours throughout the year, which reflect the seasons, the history, and of course Downton Abbey. Most tours require pre-booking, so do check before travelling.
Tours take you through the magnificent State Rooms on the ground floor, including the Saloon, the Library, the Drawing Room, and the Dining Room — each filled with extraordinary art, furniture, and history spanning over three centuries of Carnarvon family life.
What's Included
Castle State Rooms
Guided tour of the magnificent ground floor rooms
Egyptian Exhibition
Descend into the cellars to explore Lord Carnarvon's discovery
Gardens & Parkland
Wander the Walled Garden, Secret Garden, and parkland
Tea Rooms
Enjoy refreshments in the estate's tea rooms
Getting Here
By Car
Highclere Castle is located just off the A34, 5 miles south of Newbury. From the M4, take Junction 13 and follow the A34 south. Postcode: RG20 9RN.
By Train
The nearest train station is Newbury, approximately 7 miles away. Taxis are available from the station. London Paddington to Newbury takes approximately 45 minutes.
Accessibility
If you have booked tickets and would like to reserve a manual wheelchair, please contact us in advance. Pushchairs are most useful for the gardens and may be left at the Entrance Hall during the Castle tour. Please note that due to the historic nature of the building, some areas have limited accessibility.
Book Your Visit
All visits to the Castle must be pre-booked. Select your preferred date and ticket type to check availability.
Check AvailabilityTicket Prices
Prices include Castle tour, Egyptian Exhibition, and Gardens.
Important Information
- —Photography is not permitted inside the Castle
- —Dogs are not permitted on the estate
- —The Castle is a private family home — please be respectful
- —Suitable footwear recommended for the parkland
- —Gift shop and tea rooms on site