Key facts
- Operator
- Lowther Castle & Gardens Trust
- Condition
- Ruin
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
Pinpoint
Lowther, Penrith CA10 2HH
Telephone 01931 712192
Possible Opening hours
Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
A stabilised ruin - the walls and windows stand, but there's no roof or floors - set within major gardens that have become the real draw, including a dedicated play castle for children. It isn't English Heritage; a dedicated trust runs it, with an exhibition on site telling the story of the house's decline and stabilisation.
Worth the trip
The play castle in the grounds - reviewers say children can spend a couple of hours in full role-play mode without getting bored.
Before you go
Budget for both parking (around £2) and entry (around £16 for adults) - a few reviewers flag the combined cost as steep, though gluten-free food options are available in the cafe.
Reviewers consistently love Lowther Castle's gardens, ruins, and children's play area, with several highlighting the annual membership as good value for repeat visits. One reviewer felt the combination of an entrance fee and a separate parking charge was a little steep, but this is a minor note against an otherwise strongly positive picture.
Stabilised shell with major gardens
“It's utterly beautiful. Stunning castle and the play castle is just wonderful. Kids spent a solid 2 hours buzzing around and full role play mode.”— Liz Dennis, visitor review
