# Clare Castle Country Park, Sudbury — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Discover medieval ruins and engaging exhibits at this historic country park in Clare, perfect for energetic families seeking adventure. Facilities include parking, a restaurant and wheelchair access. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/sudbury/attractions/clare-castle-country-park (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Park 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Clare Castle Country Park Malting Lane, Clare [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=10165976781821431728&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Clare Castle Country Park Trust](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/109577408574655485116) **In short:** Clare Castle Country Park is a park in Sudbury, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1,512 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Clare Castle Country Park Discover medieval ruins and engaging exhibits at this historic country park in Clare, perfect for energetic families seeking adventure. Facilities include parking, a restaurant and wheelchair access. ## What's nearby - Clare Castle next door - LONDIS - Clare Store & Post Office next door - Clare Pharmacy next door - Clare Town Hall 200m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Paid car park - ✓Free street - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless 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 [david brewster](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104789144910104486028/reviews) ★★★★★ Fantastic park with a lovely cafe and facilities, playground for kids and a stream,river along the paths,lovely walk up and around the castle ruins,Also home to clare castle parkrun, very welcoming volunteers and runners on a 3 lap course. 2min walk into town aswell. · via Google [Ryan](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/115897045925621631660/reviews) ★★★★★ Nice place to visit. Paid parking £1 per hour or £5 for the day. Toilet near car park and also more toilets around near park about 5 mins walk left turn from the cafe. Cafe nice and reasonably priced and good quality. Good place for walking for visiting with family. · via Google [Raylou88 Patmore](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102683446496978439271/reviews) ★★★★★ Came here over the weekend and it's was a lovely place to be, great views, nice walk and a little cafè. There's a play ground for kids which looked nice. Plus you can walk around the village which has shops to look in. Will definitely be coming back in the summer for the beautiful views · via Google [Steve Cuthew](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110256848479909973280/reviews) ★★★★★ Amazing country park set right in the unique village of Claire. Complete with its ancient castle remains and well preserved station buildings, this is a must for any visitors to this area. An ideal place to walk the dog, jog or cycle, the station building has an excellent cafe. Just a shame that the local heritage railway doesn’t get this far. A single line track would have made the park a major tourist attraction. However the village itself has many coffee shops, tea-rooms and pubs that provide food and beverages for all tastes. This place is a gem and do walk up to the castle top to see the view. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47d85763fc01b35f:0x8d14ce057b55cfb0!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) People say this country park offers lovely walks along woodland paths, a river, and an old railway track, with a well-equipped playground for children. They also highlight the welcoming cafe with homemade food and drinks, and the reasonable parking fees. Others also mention the clean and accessible toilets, and the dog-friendly environment. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Malting Lane, Clare, Sudbury, CO10 8NW [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=52.0765198%2C0.5824251) **Category** National Parks & Reserves **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (1,512 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 4+ **Setting** Outdoor **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Sudbury [More attractions in Sudbury](https://staycation.co.uk/sudbury/attractions) ★ 4.6 (1,512 reviews) [Visit official website](https://clarecastlecountrypark.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01787 277 902](tel:01787277902) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Sudbury **Postcode** CO10 8NW **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9F423HGJ+JX [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x47d85763fc01b35f:0x8d14ce057b55cfb0!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d85763fc01b35f:0x8d14ce057b55cfb0!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d85763fc01b35f:0x8d14ce057b55cfb0!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Sudbury Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Clare Castle Country Park is best for ages 4+. ### Is Clare Castle Country Park wheelchair accessible? Clare Castle Country Park has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Clare Castle Country Park? Yes: paid car park, free street parking and paid street parking. ### How do I contact Clare Castle Country Park? 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