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Sudeley Castle NOW OPEN for the 2025 Season with lots to explore!

Sudeley Castle is set to reopen for the 2025 season with exciting new experiences, including a special return ticket offer, a brand-new exhibition, and a Mother’s Day treat.

Sudeley Castle reopens on Monday, 17th March 2025 for the new season.
Visitors can return as many times as they like within 30 days with a special new return ticket offer.
The all-new Ruins to Revival exhibition will take visitors on a journey through Sudeley’s rich history.
Mother’s Day celebrations will include family-friendly games and a special cream tea experience.

New Season, New Experiences

From Monday, 17th March, Sudeley Castle welcomes visitors back for the 2025 season, offering fascinating historical exhibitions, award-winning gardens, and family-friendly experiences. This year introduces the Ruins to Revival exhibition, an immersive outdoor display that reveals the castle’s dramatic transformation from Tudor grandeur to Victorian revival.

The exhibition features rarely seen watercolours and historical illustrations, set against the castle’s spectacular gardens. At its heart is a collection of large-scale watercolours painted in 1818 by John Buckler, a celebrated topographical artist. These stunning artworks provide a rare glimpse into Sudeley’s ruined state before its restoration. Visitors can also explore original stone ruins, watch a short film on the English Civil War, and view the original alabaster block from Queen Katherine Parr’s Tudor burial, all included within general admission.

A day out in the Cotswolds must include a visit to the magnificent Sudeley Castle & Gardens

30 Days for the Price of One – A Fantastic Return Offer

With Sudeley Castle’s new return ticket offer, visitors can return as many times as they wish within 30 days of purchasing a ticket. With so much to see and unpredictable British weather, this flexible offer allows visitors to take their time, explore at their own pace, and return for free.

A Special Mother’s Day at Sudeley Castle

Mother’s Day weekend (29th–30th March) will be a special occasion at Sudeley Castle. Families can enjoy games on the Mulberry Lawn, set against the stunning backdrop of the ancient Banqueting Hall.

To make the day even more special, visitors can treat the mother figure in their life to a Mothering Sunday Cream Tea, available from 2pm–4pm, priced at £14.95 per person. This indulgent treat includes:

Hand-baked scones from the castle kitchen
Fresh clotted cream and jam
A choice of tea or coffee
A complimentary glass of prosecco to be enjoyed in The Orangery or Castle Coach House, with beautiful views of the Cotswold Hills.

More to Explore at Sudeley Castle

Visitors can enjoy everything that makes Sudeley Castle a must-visit destination, including:

Historic exhibitions, castle rooms, and dungeons
Ten award-winning gardens, bursting with spring colours
An adventure playground for younger visitors
Delicious food and drink at the Pavilion Café and the brand-new Shepherd’s Hut

The Pavilion Café has been refreshed for 2025, now offering a self-service experience and a brand-new ice cream parlour for warmer days. Meanwhile, the Shepherd’s Hut provides light bites and refreshments in a charming outdoor setting near The Castle Terrace.

For more details on what’s on at Sudeley Castle this year and to buy tickets, visit www.sudeleycastle.co.uk.

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16 March 2025

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