Please note that the house will reopen on 29th March 2024.

Castle Howard sits in 1,000 acres of beautiful parkland in the Howardian Hills – a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty just outside York.

Immerse yourself in sweeping parkland dotted with lakes, temples and statues; a formal walled garden and an impressive woodland housing a rare botanical collection, there are endless opportunity to explore! Plus, enjoy Skelf Island, our award winning adventure playground hidden across the Great Lake. Any visit can be topped off with a treat from one of our of cafes, serving the best food and drink from the region, as well as shops, including garden centre and farm shop.

EASTER

23 March – 7th April 2024

Enjoy a fantastic family day out during the Easter holidays at Castle Howard.

Take part in the Easter Animal Trail for children, discover a menagerie of willow animals in our Gardens this Easter, and encounter foxes, owls, hares, and more!

Collect your beautifully illustrated trail map, and adventure around the Grounds to collect a series of clues to win a chocolatey prize.

Step into the magnificent House which reopens on the 29th March; and indulge in seasonal delights and Easter treats in our cafes and shops.

TONY CRAGG

3 May – 22 September 2024

Striking art in stunning surroundings

This special exhibition by internationally renowned artist Sir Tony Cragg will include several large-scale sculptures in the Gardens, as well as sculptures and works on paper in the historic rooms of the House. 

This is Castle Howard’s first ever headline contemporary sculpture exhibition. Enjoying the artworks against the backdrop of our beautiful Gardens and landscapes, and inside the magnificent House, will make for a magical artistic experience. Viewing the outdoor sculptures is included in Gardens tickets, and indoor and outdoor sculptures and works on paper is included in House & Gardens tickets.

Children can enjoy a creative art trail around the Grounds as part of the exhibition, plus art and craft activities in the summer holidays.

All included with York Pass.