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Tom Thumb's Trail at Tattershall Castle

Step into spring this February half term with Tom Thumb's Trail at Tattershall Castle. Taking you into the tower on indoor discoveries, and explore the grounds beginning to burst into life.

  • Booking not needed
  • Admission applies

Explore the inside of the tower on a family friendly trail. Spot and solve clues all about the local Lincolnshire tale of Tom Thumb as you marvel at history on each floor.

Trail is running from Monday 17th February until Sunday 23rd February 11am-2pm.

Trail costs £2.50 and includes a prize at the end. No need to book! you can pay on admission.

Explore the grounds to find ruins beginning to burst with spring wildlife.

Bring along a family picnic and enjoy wonderful views of the tower and grounds.

Times

Prices

Event prices

Ticket typeTicket category
1 Trail£2.50
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The basics

Meeting point

You can collect your trail from visitor reception.

What to bring and wear

Wear suitable footwear for grassy grounds and climbing the steps to the top of the tower.

Accessibility

Grounds are grassy and contain uneven gravel paths. The grounds feature two moats that are unfenced with steep drops and contain water.

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