Warwick Castle is one of the UK’s most loved historical attractions, with nearly a thousand years of rich history to its name and so many fun activities for the whole family. One of Merlin Entertainments attractions, it’s been transformed into more of an experience for visitors in recent years, with falconry shows, live jousting tournaments, spooky visits to the Castle Dungeon, and plenty for the little ones, too – namely the Horrible Histories Maze and the presence of Zog at Warwick Castle.
If you’re planning on taking a trip to Warwick Castle in the coming months, our expert deal hunters have found plenty of ways to help you save on your tickets. Keep reading to find out how you can visit this captivating fortress for less.
How to save on Warwick Castle tickets
Book in advance
Plan ahead for the summer holidays and save a whopping 43 per cent on Warwick Castle tickets. Single-day tickets start from £26 when purchased in advance online. If you wait to get your tickets when you arrive, you'll pay upwards of £39, so it's well worth taking a few minutes to book them prior to your visit.
Entry to Warwick Castle includes the spectacular live shows and exhilarating attractions, which provide a fascinating overview of what life at fortress looked like. You'll also get a rainy day promise included, which means that should the weather not be in your favour, you can reschedule.
Save with a combination ticket
Joined by other big names in the attraction sphere like Cadbury World, Legoland Discovery Centre and Sea Life, Warwick Castle is part of Merlin Entertainments attractions. As long as you plan to visit your second attraction within 90 days from the date you visit Warwick Castle, you can get a combination ticket and save up to 37 per cent on your booking – perfect for anyone looking to tick some must-visit attractions off their list.
Get more with an overnight stay
Warwick Castle is also the perfect place for a short break stay, with fantastic deals starting from just £40 per person, when you pair your visit to the castle with stays in the Woodland Lodges, Medieval Glamping Tents, Tower Suites, or the newly-opened Warwick Castle Hotel. When you return to your hotel after a fun-filled day out, you’ll enjoy even more action-packed entertainment, before getting cosy in one of the many room styles.
Student discounts
Students can visit Warwick Castle for just £16 with a valid Student Beans account – that’s 38 per cent cheaper than the online booking price of a standard ticket. Simply register for free or sign in to your account to redeem your unique discount code for at checkout.
Parent and toddler tickets
If visiting with a child aged five or under, you can take advantage of the parent and toddler ticket rate, starting at £20. There is plenty for little ones to enjoy on site, including the Zog playland, the Horrible Histories maze, birds of prey displays and more than 60 acres of beautiful grounds and gardens to run around.
Book as a group and save 30 per cent
Another smart way to save on castle entry is to club together and book as a group. If there are 10 or more people in your party, you can pre-book from just £18 per person. This includes entry to the castle, the grounds and all attractions on site.
Helpful booking information
Rainy day promise
If you are booking in advance, the Warwick Castle weather guarantee gives you added peace of mind. If your experience is impacted by bad weather, Warwick Castle will offer you a free ticket to come back again. Check out the rainy day promise page to see all eligible days and selected return days.
Castle map
Warwick Castle has 64 acres of land to explore, so we recommend planning out your day to ensure you don’t miss out. You can access the castle map online, which marks out all of its main attractions, seasonal shows and facilities, including toilets, restaurants and souvenir shops. There are 13 main attractions and activities – here are some of them:
How we find the best Warwick Castle discount codes
The Independent’s savvy team of deal hunters are committed to bringing you the best deals, whether that’s on family days out or bestselling products. With Warwick Castle being a popular British attraction, we’re always searching for ways to help you save on your next visit. We track the prices of tickets throughout the year so that we can alert you when great offers become available.
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