点评:This surprisingly was our first visit despite visiting and staying nearby on several occasions over the years. We enjoyed it so much we have already recommended to others and we intend to return.
Car parking £5 payable by card and cash. There are well maintained toilets in car parking and castle. Public footpaths nearby and areas to have a picnic.
We also visited St Oswald church just across from the castle, a charming church now run by volunteers. Full of stories and had a peaceful feel to it.
The castle is full of history and we found it very interesting. Views from the top were wonderful despite the wind. At times the steps are uneven and can be steep but a railing was present and other visitors were understanding of the pace and situation.
We only caught the ending of the owl talk unfortunately which was inside due to the weather. The lady seemed very knowledgeable about barn owls. We couldn’t stay for the later talk as we had another commitment.
We had a lovely pot of tea and a millionaire flapjack in the cafe. The staff were friendly and helpful. A lovely cafe with excellent choice of sandwiches, cakes and quiche etc.
The staff were friendly throughout and it was helpful to be given an information sheet with a map of the castle.
The gardens were delightful and again with wonderful views.
It was nice to also see the wild boar and piglets. Very cute piglets.
We really enjoyed our time here, would have stayed a little longer if we didn’t have another commitment. Interesting and full of history. Thank you.
翻译:说来也怪,尽管这些年来我们多次到附近游览或住宿,但这次却是我们第一次造访此地。我们玩得极其愉快,已经向其他人大力推荐了,也打算再来的。
停车场收费5英镑,支持刷卡和现金支付。停车场及城堡内都有维护得很好的洗手间。附近还有公共步道以及适合野餐的区域。
我们还参观了城堡对面的圣奥斯瓦尔德教堂,这是一座非常迷人的教堂,如今由志愿者们负责管理。充满了故事,给人一种宁静祥和的感觉。
这座城堡承载着深厚的历史底蕴,我们觉得它非常有趣。尽管风很大,但从城堡顶端眺望的景色依然绝美。偶尔台阶会有些不平整且较陡峭,不过有扶手辅助,其他游客也能理解我们行走的节奏与状况。
很遗憾,由于天气原因,猫头鹰讲解活动是在室内举行的,我们只赶上了活动的结尾。那位讲解员似乎对谷仓猫头鹰颇有研究。我们因为另有安排,没能留下来听后面的讲座。
我们在咖啡馆里享用了美味的茶和点心。工作人员热情又乐于助人。这是一家很棒的咖啡馆,提供各式各样的三明治、蛋糕和乳蛋饼等。
整个过程中工作人员都十分友善,还为我们提供了带有城堡地图的信息手册,很有帮助。
花园十分宜人,景色也美不胜收。
能看到野猪和小猪也挺有趣的,那些小猪真是可爱极了。我们非常享受在这里的时光,若不是还有其他安排,真想多待一会儿。这里很有趣,也充满了历史气息。谢谢。