Castles · West Midlands
The Keep
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The Keep — a castle in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
Graham Hogg — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Kenilworth · 1.5 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
The Keep is a castle located in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Kenilworth Castle is a historic site with a rich history spanning over nine centuries, featuring a massive Norman keep and an Elizabethan garden. Visitors can explore the castle's impressive architecture, climb to the queen's apartments for stunning views, and enjoy the beautifully designed gardens created for Elizabeth I's visit.
Place summary
The Keep is a castle located in the West Midlands. It is a notable example of medieval military architecture, serving as a defensive structure. The castle's historical significance is underscored by its designation as a Scheduled Monument.
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- Coordinates
- 52.3480, -1.5926
- County
- Warwickshire
- District
- Warwick
- Parish
- Kenilworth
- Postcode
- CV8 1NE
- Parliamentary constituency
- Kenilworth and Southam
- Nearest railway station
- Kenilworth — 1.5 km
- Opening
- Daily 10am–5pm; last entry at 4.30pm
- Official site
- www.english-heritage.org.uk
Sources
- osm: way/32594584 (ODbL)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Keep?
- The Keep is in Warwickshire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode CV8 1NE), in the parish of Kenilworth.
- What is The Keep?
- The Keep — a castle in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Keep?
- The nearest railway station is Kenilworth, about 1.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode CV8 1NE.
- Does The Keep charge admission?
- The Keep typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to The Keep?
- The nearest railway station is Kenilworth, about 1.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CV8 1NE.