# Carlisle Castle — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Step into 900 years of dramatic border history at this impressive medieval fortress, complete with dungeons, towers and an on-site restaurant for family refreshments. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/carlisle/attractions/carlisle-castle (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Campground 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Carlisle Castle Carlisle, Cumbria [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=3452974565078096516&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [A Hall](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/113646377263897181215) **In short:** Carlisle Castle is a campsite in Carlisle, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 4,777 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Carlisle Castle Step into 900 years of dramatic border history at this impressive medieval fortress, complete with dungeons, towers and an on-site restaurant for family refreshments. ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** Open 24 hours **Tuesday** Open 24 hours **Wednesday** Open 24 hours **Thursday** Open 24 hours **Friday** Open 24 hours **Saturday** Open 24 hours **Sunday** Open 24 hours Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Anna Green](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114355665528551860397/reviews) ★★★★★ Lovely campsite, it was fully booked but that doesnt mean you have no room, theres plenty of space for each pitch. Toilets were kept clean and stocked. Shower was very good. Little shop with honesty box but they also provided me with links to pay for good online which was much appreciated. They offer food if you let them know what you'd like. Everyone seemed to respect the rules and there wasn't people up making noise through the night. Good communication through messages. Would definitely stay again. · via Google [Lindsay Towns](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/115196436217228994742/reviews) ★★★★★ We have just visited Camping at Cardewlees for the first time. We all absolutely loved it. Very friendly, quiet site with fantastic views and sunsets. Facilities were basic but clean, small pop up bar area serving drinks, pizzas chips etc was a great place to hang out in the evening for a few pints and chat. The small town nearby, Dalston was lovely with a Coop, independent shops, parks and lovely walks. Carlisle is very close by , we visited the indoor leisure pool there. So glad we found this little gem and we will be back. Thank you · via Google [Beth D](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111829710856081435464/reviews) ★★★★★ We had the most amazing stay at Cardewells and honestly couldn’t recommend it more! The enclosed private garden was perfect for our puppy, it was his first holiday and he absolutely loved having the space to run around safely. The glamping pod itself was fantastic; it stayed lovely and warm and was surprisingly soundproof, making it really cosy and relaxing. The toilets and showers were clean and the location of them were ideal to where we were staying. The location is great too, just a 20-minute walk into Dalston, with easy access to the train into Carlisle and surrounding areas. Johnny was an absolute star, so friendly, hardworking, and genuinely couldn’t do enough for us. We also tried the food on site and it was delicious. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and the whole place has such a welcoming, accommodating feel. We especially loved seeing all the farm animals, such a lovely touch and made the stay even more special. We’ll definitely be back in the summer and will be recommending Cardewells to all our friends and family. Such a brilliant little find! · via Google [mandy Jenkinson](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/118018417757007666435/reviews) ★★★★★ We stayed for 2 nights, we were going a wedding evening at nearby dalston hall. This site sounded perfect for us. Upon arrival, Johnny, the farmer and owner, seen us at the top of the lane, he came up and said we could go into the field nearby, as we were booked with no electric, lovely fella, very chatty, as we Cumbrians are, said to pitch up where we want, went near the pizza hut and bar, great little addition, we didn't try any food but a couple were sat on the benches enjoying theirs, had a drink from the bar before we left for the wedding night. Fresh water and elsan point near toilets. Toilets , two male and two female, adequate and clean, two showers clean, didn't use them so not sure of water power etc. The views over the fields are just spectacular, peace and quiet is our favourite kind of place to stay, no fuss, no rules about pitching up between this blue peg or white peg, just freedom and nature all around. Cows, sheep, lambs, horses all add to the lovely stay that we had there. We would definitely recommend here if you want a bit of you time, we'll definitely be back · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487d1a26debe69df:0xdb3d557f73e54c6c!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ## At a glance **Address** Castle Way, Carlisle, CA3 8UR [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=54.8969744%2C-2.9417735) **Category** Castles & Palaces **Guest rating** 4.4 / 5 (4,777 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 4-12 **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Carlisle [More attractions in Carlisle](https://staycation.co.uk/carlisle/attractions) ★ 4.4 (4,777 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/carlisle-castle/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [0370 333 1181](tel:03703331181) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Carlisle **Postcode** CA3 8UR **Payment** Cards **Plus Code** 9C6RRXXR+9W [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487d1a26debe69df:0xdb3d557f73e54c6c!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487d1a26debe69df:0xdb3d557f73e54c6c!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487d1a26debe69df:0xdb3d557f73e54c6c!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Carlisle Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DCarlisle%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/carlisle/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/carlisle/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Carlisle Castle? Carlisle Castle is open Mon–Sun 24 hours (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Carlisle Castle any good? Carlisle Castle is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 4,777 Google reviews. ### Is Carlisle Castle dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at Carlisle Castle. ### Is Carlisle Castle good for children? Yes, Carlisle Castle is listed as good for children. ### Is Carlisle Castle indoors or outdoors? Carlisle Castle has both indoor and outdoor areas. ### What ages is Carlisle Castle suitable for? Carlisle Castle is best for ages 4-12. ### Is Carlisle Castle wheelchair accessible? Carlisle Castle has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Carlisle Castle? Yes: free car park. ### How do I contact Carlisle Castle? 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