# Portland Castle Tea Room — Reviews & Opening Hours

> Rated 4.4/5 from 2,219 Google reviews. 1540s structure with gun platforms and sea views, a Tudor kitchen, a heritage garden and tea rooms.

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# Portland Castle Tea Room

Portland, Dorset

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**In short:** Portland Castle Tea Room is a castle in Dorset, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2,219 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating.

Details checked 6 September 2026 · source: Google Places

1540s structure with gun platforms and sea views, a Tudor kitchen, a heritage garden and tea rooms. Summary via Google

## About Portland Castle Tea Room

Portland Castle Tea Room sits within a 16th-century fortification on the Dorset coast. The tea room serves visitors to the castle, which features gun platforms, a Tudor kitchen and heritage gardens, alongside exhibits and activities for children.

The cafe has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. Parking is available on site.

## Menu & facilities

For the current menu and prices, see [Portland Castle Tea Room's own website](https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/portland-castle/?utm_source=Google%20Business&utm_campaign=Local%20Listings&utm_medium=Google%20Business%20Profiles&utm_content=portland%20castle).

## Opening hours

**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

## What's nearby

- Weymouth & Portland On The Water Training next door
- Castletown D-Day Centre 200m away
- The Royal Breakwater Hotel 250m away
- Hotel Aqua 250m away
- Crabbers' Wharf 250m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Visitors say this castle offers interesting historical exhibits, interactive activities for children, and stunning views of the harbor. They also highlight the friendly and knowledgeable staff, the good cafe, and convenient parking.

Some reviews mention the site can be small.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Guest rating** 4.4 / 5 (2,219 reviews)

**Good for children** Yes

**Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good

**Destination** Dorset

Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/992164).

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★ 4.4 (2,219 reviews)

[Visit official website](https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/portland-castle/?utm_source=Google%20Business&utm_campaign=Local%20Listings&utm_medium=Google%20Business%20Profiles&utm_content=portland%20castle)

[01305 820539](tel:01305820539)

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### Quick Facts

**Destination** Dorset

**Plus Code** 9C2VHH93+78

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Portland Castle Tea Room?

Portland Castle Tea Room is open Mon–Sun 10am–5pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Portland Castle Tea Room any good?

Portland Castle Tea Room is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2,219 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.

### Is Portland Castle Tea Room good for children?

Yes, Portland Castle Tea Room is listed as good for children.

### How do I contact Portland Castle Tea Room?

Call Portland Castle Tea Room on +44 1305 820539.

## More near Portland Castle Tea Room

### Hotels & B&Bs nearby

- [The Aqua ★ 4.0 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/portland/hotels/the-aqua)
- [Heights Hotel ★ 4.1 · 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/portland/hotels/heights-hotel)
- [Portland Lodge ★ 2.4 · 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/portland/hotels/portland-lodge)
- [Thirtyfive B&B ★ 3.3 · 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/portland/hotels/thirtyfive-b-b)

### Holiday cottages nearby

- [Sea Gem next door](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/cottages/sea-gem-syk1107230)
- [Panoramic View 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/cottages/panoramic-view-syk1034885)
- [Bear's Apartment 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/cottages/bears-apartment-syk1119638)
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### Campsites nearby

- [Chesil Beach Holiday Park ★ 4.6 · 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/camping/chesil-beach-holiday-park)
- [Glen Caravan Park ★ 4.2 · 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/camping/glen-caravan-park)
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### Things to do nearby

- [Portland Castle ★ 4.4 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/isle-of-portland/attractions/portland-castle)
- [Moonfleet Adventure Sailing ★ 4.9 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/isle-of-portland/attractions/moonfleet-adventure-sailing)
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- [Portland Museum ★ 4.7 · 2.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/isle-of-portland/attractions/portland-museum)
