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Discover 850 years of history on your day out in Gloucestershire's Berkeley Castle
Did you know Berkeley Castle contains archives that date back to the 12th century? To this day, the castle holds estate and administrative documents that lead back to the death of William, Marquess of Berkeley in 1492.
Before you check them out, explore the remains of the castle’s double-drawbridge, invented in medieval times to keep the enemy away and help protect the castle gates.
Imagine the soldiers using their strength to heave the drawbridge up as they were threatened by approaching invaders.
It’s believed that during her stay at Berkeley Castle, Queen Elizabeth I played bowls as a form of entertainment in the bowling green area. Feel the sun beaming down as you gaze at the same view Queen Elizabeth would have seen years ago, surrounded by the fragrance of fresh flowers.
Berkeley Castle: VE Day 80th Anniversary
- Date: 4th - 5th May 2025
- Time: 11am - 5pm
- Age Restrictions: Suitable for all ages!
- Location: Berkeley Castle, Berkeley GL13 9PJ
Celebrate the 80th Anniversary of VE Day at Berkeley Castle
Join the team at Berkeley Castle for a truly unforgettable weekend as you commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day!
- Celebrate the 80th Anniversary of VE Day
- Enjoy amazing live performances from the D-Day Darlings, as seen on Britain's Got Talent
- Watch the spirit of the 1940's come to life in immersive surroundings
- Meet Winston Churchill as he strolls throughout the grounds
- Step back in time with WW2 re-enactors offering an authentic glimpse into life on the front line
- Enjoy access to the Castle & Gardens!
Book Berkeley Castle tickets for one of the best VE Day celebrations this year! Book today and have tickets delivered instantly via email & SMS.
Berkeley Castle
GL13 9PJ
How to find us
Address: Berkeley Castle, Berkeley GL13 9PJ
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- Free parking
- Toilets
- Café
- Picnic area
- Dragon Trail for children
- Woodland play area
Yes! Enjoy basking in the sun by taking your food and drink to the Kitchen Garden picnic area.
Unfortunately, only assistance dogs are allowed.
This is a Norman Castle retaining many of its original features. As a result, there is limited wheelchair access due to the many steps, staircases and uneven floors throughout the Castle and gardens.
For those who feel the initial 24 stone steps of the Keep may be unmanageable, a shorter route through the Castle is available, avoiding this flight of steps, but other steps and stairs will need to be negotiated
There is no access to the Grade 1 listed Castle with children's pushchairs or buggies, because of the many steps and uneven floors. The Guide at the foot of the steps to the Keep will keep an eye on your child's buggy.