# Beeston Castle and Woodland Park, Tarporley — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Scale the rocky heights of this medieval fortress near Tarporley for sweeping panoramas across eight counties, then let kids burn energy on enchanting forest paths below. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/tarporley/attractions/beeston-castle-and-woodland-park (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Castle # Beeston Castle and Woodland Park Tarporley, Cheshire [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14923356076116473189&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Beeston Castle](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/112560867670861775722) **In short:** Beeston Castle and Woodland Park is a castle in Tarporley, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 3,022 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Beeston Castle and Woodland Park Scale the rocky heights of this medieval fortress near Tarporley for sweeping panoramas across eight counties, then let kids burn energy on enchanting forest paths below. ## What's nearby - Sandstone Cafe next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Paid car park - ✓Free street - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance ### 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** 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 Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [john tilley](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110916384117995907827/reviews) ★★★★★ We were up in the area for the day so thought we'd call in and check it out. Site run by English Heritage and parking opposite the Castle. Nice castle with fantastic views from the top you can really see why this spot was picked for a castle! Walk up to the top part of the castle involved some steps and either a walk through the woodland or around the remaining curtain walls. Nothing too strenuous but older folk might need to pause and use a bench. Final bridge to the Inner gatehouse over the ditch is quite steep. Views from the top in all directions were fantastic. Relatively newly constructed Roundhouse in the woodland too. There are some caves on site but they have all been fenced off which is a shame. Staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Plenty of grassed areas and benches to sit or have a picnic. Would definitely recommend if Castles are your thing and if you have EH membership. · via Google [Devlin Fenton](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110414716817255799571/reviews) ★★★★★ You spot Beeston Castle from miles away — sitting high above the countryside like it knows exactly how impressive it is. Getting there involves a fairly committed uphill hike of about 20 minutes at a decent pace, and by the time we reached the top we were absolutely puffed. Completely worth it. This isn’t one of those castles filled with endless information boards and carefully managed history lessons. Beeston is more about the setting, the scale, the views, and the feeling of the place itself. Windswept, rugged, and genuinely commanding. The climb may test the legs a little, but the reward at the top is outstanding. · via Google [nigel lewis](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116433811359700955607/reviews) ★★★★★ Typical English heritage site just ruins . But the views at the top are stunning. It is a Very steep incline to get to the top not recommended for the elderly or disabled even under 5 found it hard going . If your fit enough you can push a buggy up. Caves closed to protect the bats. Small gift shop . Nice portable cafe but outside the entrance. £4 to park all day not bad. But unless your picnicing and playing within the grounds you'll struggle to spend more than 2 hours. Staff very friendly & knowledgeable · via Google [John Aych Cilgram](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102067352826647071198/reviews) ★★★★★ Very interesting castle overlooking the plains of chesire and north Wales. Volunteers offer information about the history of the site including stuff about the bronze age settlement that was there before the castle. Toilets and gift shop/displays on site and cafe just next door. With decent parking a cock stride across the road. Bit of a climb up to the top not pushchair or wheelchair friendly. Reconstructed roundhouse also on site with well informed Volunteers on hand to explain how it was constructed and what the various tools and artefacts were used for. Very interesting and aimed at adults and children alike. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487aee4259296643:0xcf1a6948ad96f565!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this castle offers stunning, panoramic views from the top, making the steep climb worthwhile. They also highlight the interesting historical site, including a reconstructed Iron Age roundhouse, and appreciate the friendly, knowledgeable staff and volunteers. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Chapel Lane, Tarporley, CW6 9TX [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=53.1286044%2C-2.6935647) **Category** Castles & Palaces **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (3,022 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 4+ **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Tarporley [More attractions in Tarporley](https://staycation.co.uk/tarporley/attractions) ★ 4.5 (3,022 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/beeston-castle-and-woodland-park/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01829 260464](tel:01829260464) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Tarporley **Postcode** CW6 9TX **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C5V48H4+CH [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487aee4259296643:0xcf1a6948ad96f565!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487aee4259296643:0xcf1a6948ad96f565!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487aee4259296643:0xcf1a6948ad96f565!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Tarporley Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Beeston Castle and Woodland Park is best for ages 4+. ### Is Beeston Castle and Woodland Park wheelchair accessible? Beeston Castle and Woodland Park has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. ### Is there parking at Beeston Castle and Woodland Park? Yes: paid car park, free street parking and paid street parking. ### How do I contact Beeston Castle and Woodland Park? 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