Castle Howard
A baroque aristocratic estate and the filming location of Brideshead Revisited, known for its grand domed hall, lake, and temple-filled gardens.
Castle Howard was designed by architect John Vanbrugh, construction began in 1699, and it took more than a century to finish. It is still owned by the Howard family. The house's domed hall, long galleries, and art collection are extraordinarily lavish. Both the TV series and the film adaptation of Brideshead Revisited were shot here. The estate covers about 1,000 acres and features the Atlas Fountain, the South Lake, the Temple of the Four Winds, and a mausoleum. In summer, you can take a boat ride on the lake. Admission costs about £25 to £30. Castle Howard is about 25 kilometers from York, roughly a 30-minute drive, or you can take a bus or join a tour.
Opening hours
Estate approx. 10:00–17:00 (house closed some winter months)
Nearby sights
- Treasurer's House
- Holy Trinity Church, Goodramgate
- York Minster
- York's Chocolate Story
- The Shambles
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- Shambles Market
- Barley Hall