Auckland Castle Castles

Once principal country residence of the Prince Bishops and now the official residence of the Bishop of Durham. The staterooms and chapel, one of the largest private chapels in Europe are open to the public. Adjacent Bishops Deer Park with 18th Century Deer House.

Open:

Castle

Easter Monday - 30 Sept, Sunday and Monday 2pm - 5pm (last admission 4.30pm).

Also open Wednesday in August 2pm - 5pm.

Group and school visits by arrangement all year.

Bishops Deer Park

Open daily all year, 7am - sunset.

Cost:

Castle

Adult £4.00, Concessions £3.00, Children 12 and under free.

Bishops Deer Park

Free.