Heritage Open Days
Enjoy free entry to this 14th century moated castle and glimpse medieval splendour.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
Make the most of this nationwide celebration of heritage with free entry for two days in September. If you’ve never visited before, this is the ideal time to plan a day trip to Bodiam Castle and find out why it is one of the most visited attractions in the South East.
During your visit on Thursday 12 September enjoy one-off events, specially for Heritage Open Days:
Chat to the Bodiam Castle conservation team as they clean objects from the new 2024 archaeology dig. 11am-4pm in the Conservation Suite. Join a Conservation of Bodiam Castle talk in the castle courtyard. 2pm, lasting 45 minutes.
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The basics
- What to bring and wear
Please wear clothing appropriate to the weather.
- Accessibility
The towers are accessible by steep staircases. Not wheelchair accessible. Other parts of the site are accessible (see access statement on our website).
- Other
Standard parking fees of £4 per car apply for non-members.
Upcoming events
The Castle the King Built trail with Nosy Crow
Discover characters from the book hidden around the castle and grounds. As you seek out each character, learn a little more about their real-life role at Bodiam Castle.
Bodiam Dig: The Road to 100
Join us at Bodiam Castle as we undertake a new archaeological dig in partnership with UCL and Archaeology South-East this summer.
Medieval Fair at Bodiam Castle
The return of Bodiam Castle’s popular family friendly medieval fair! (Free with admission)
Medieval encampment
See 15th century re-enactment groups visit Bodiam Castle and bring medieval history to life.