Stafford Castle

Stafford Castle is a historic attraction on Newport Road, just outside Stafford town centre. The site includes the castle ruins, a visitor centre, woodland walks, interpretation displays and open green space, making it a useful place to visit for local history, family walks and views across Stafford.

The visitor centre helps explain the story of Stafford Castle, from its Norman origins through to the medieval period, the Civil War and later restoration. The wider site is also popular for informal walks, family visits, photography and outdoor events.

Good to Know

The castle grounds are a good free option for a walk, local history visit or family trip, with the Keep open during visitor centre opening hours.

Facilities and features

Historic castle ruins, visitor centre, woodland walks, interpretation displays, open green space, family-friendly attraction, school visits, events, views across Stafford, public toilets and free admission.

Visitors should check current opening times before travelling, especially for the visitor centre and Keep. The Historic Stafford website lists summer opening hours as Wednesday to Sunday, 11am to 4pm, from April to October.