Lesley Smith At Tutbury Castle

There is much excitement here at the castle as the build-up is underway for the great Easter opening when a crowd of Vikings will surge into the castle and set up camp to thrill everyone – and scare a few too!
Activities include:
Viking Camp with demonstrations of authentic crafts, skills and pastimes... Viking combat displays Birds of Prey Fairground Easter Egg Hunt Plus more!
You may even spot the cheeky Easter Rabbit hopping around!
To buy tickets please visit:
http://tutburycastle.com/events/vikings-a t-tutbury-castle/
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Our grounds are getting ready for next Saturday when we open to the public! Come along and have a look around😁🏰

Tutbury Castle has welcomed Willington WI for a tasty buffet and terrifying talk with Boudicca on this beautiful March day! If you have a group that would be interested in a private visit to Tutbury Castle please contact the office on 01283 812129 🏰🇬🇧☺️

Our website is up and running once more!
Thank you for your patience,
Best Wishes
... Castle Team
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Please be aware that our website is currently experiencing some issues. Our web developer is aware of this and is looking into the issue now.
We will provide an update when it is back up and running.
Apologies for any inconvenience caused.
... Best Wishes
Castle Team
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After popular demand, Tutbury Castle is once again holding an exciting pirate event this May Bank Holiday!
The gorgeous 11th century Royal Castle will have actors in swashbuckling costume to greet visitors and will be staging thrilling pirate battles throughout the day. More information to come so keep your eye patches off!
Activities include:... Children’s Pirate Treasure Hunt Live Pirate Battles and Living History Camp Birds of Prey Fairground Great Hall open and guide AND MORE! Fancy dress encouraged!
The pretty tearoom and BBQ will be open all day serving a variety of reasonable priced hot and cold refreshments.
Adults – £6.00 Children under 12 and concessions – £4.00 Children under 5 Free! Parking £1.00
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Evening Buffet with Richard III- Saturday 23rd March 2019
Dr Gareth Williams will once again be performing as Richard III, arguably one of the most controversial figures in British history! See Richard the night before the Battle of Bosworth in 1485, as he prepares to battle against Henry Tudor.
This performance has proven to be very popular in the past and will delight anyone interested in the Wars of the Roses!
... Tickets must be booked in advance. For more information and to book tickets click here: http://tutburycastle.com/…/evening-buff et-with-richard-iii…/
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A member of the public very kindly donated a guidebook and leaflet from the 60s/70s! It’s so interesting to see how information on the castle has developed over the decades! Do you have any vintage memorabilia from the castle? #castleguidebook #castletourism #1960s #1970s #yesteryear #vintage

Recognising the 75th Anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Arnhem
Sunday 26th and Monday 27th May 2019 11am – 5pm (Last admission at 4pm)
... This promises to be a fantastic day filled with nostalgia – hundreds of re-enactors dressed in 1940’s uniforms and civilian dress. British, American, German and Russian soldiers will create displays, show armaments and stage battle re-enactments.
Military vehicles will bring the war times to life and fantastic 1940’s music will keep your feet tapping throughout the day and the home fires burning. Living history groups will demonstrate how life was during the war years. Stallholders will be selling civilian and military memorabilia.
A great day out for all the family!
Activities include:
1940s Wartime and Homefront camps Stalls History tours in the Great Hall Children’s treasure hunt Plus more! The Great Hall will also be open with guided tours as well as our pretty tea room serving a range of hot and cold food – all reasonably priced.
Ticket Details:
adults – £6.00 concessions (6-12 years & OAPs) – £4.00 Children 5 and under – free!
Parking is £1.
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Sunday 21st and Monday 22nd April 2019. 11am-5pm (last admission 4pm).
There is much excitement here at the castle as the build-up is underway for the great Easter opening when a crowd of Vikings will surge into the castle and set up camp to thrill everyone – and scare a few too!
... Activities include:
Viking Camp with demonstrations of authentic crafts, skills and pastimes Viking combat displays Birds of Prey Fairground Easter Egg Hunt Plus more!
Our pretty tearoom and BBQ will be open all day selling a variety of reasonably priced hot and cold refreshments.
We do recommend you buy your tickets in advance for this event.
Ticket details:
Adults – £6.00 Children and Concessions (6-12 years & OAPs) – £4.00 Under 5’s – Free Parking:
£1 to park (pay on the day)
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OPENING TIMES 2019!
Our 2019 opening times and dates are now available on our website.
http://tutburycastle.com/opening-times-en trance-fees/
... Please note: Any updates regarding opening dates or times are posted on our website. Please ensure that you check the website before journeying to the castle to avoid disappointment.
We're looking forward to April already!
Best Wishes
CastleTeam
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🌹 Original photo credit: @grounds2019

Enjoying the photographs of the castle grounds, taken by groundsman Ben? 🌲 🏰 🌸
Follow the new Instagram page dedicated to his stunning shots! Simply search for ‘grounds2019’

Tutbury Castle Ghost Hunt
Saturday 23rd February 2019
7pm until Midnight
... £25.00 per person
Come and explore the castle at night with Portal Paranormal, our professional paranormal investigation team! Experience the thrill of a ghost hunt in the most haunted areas of the castle, using high-tech equipment to discover the supernatural within the castle’s walls.
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These stunning flowers are just what we need to brighten up a dull, drizzly day! 🌺🌼🌸 #castle #castlegarden #castlegardens #nofilter #flowers #flowerstagram #gardening #gardeninggoals #springiscoming @ Tutbury Castle

Wow! What a lovely lady you are. You really made my wedding day - the lovely chat we had before you conducted our hand fasting on Saturday was one of the most lovely experiences I've ever had. You brightened our wedding day and we will be forever thankful (the guests thought you were fabulous as well!). People like you are rare to find - keep shining xxx

Went the fairy tale event yesterday, absolutely loved it, was great to meet The Fairy Godmother, Lesley ☺ Not sure who enjoyed it more, my 6 year old or my 22 year old 💕 Perfect family day out for my birthday.

We had our handfasting at tutbury castle with Lesley performing the handfasting... it truly was the best day of our lives �

We got married at Tutbury Castle this past weekend, and Lesley performed a hand fasting ceremony for us. She held our guests in the palm of her hand as they were spellbound by her performance and it really added that extra something special to our big day. She was such a warm and caring person along with it and really helped to put us at ease before we walked out for the ceremony. Thank you Lesley for making our day unforgettable for both us and our guests

Saw Lesley tonight at Lichfield Cathedral as Mary, Queen of Scots. Thank you Lesley for your brilliant and most entertaining portrayal of the tragic queen.

My hubby and I have just had a lovely afternoon at Tutbury. We were lucky to be there at the same time as a women's group so we were kindly invited to join them as Sue told us the history of the castle. How knowledgeable she was and her enthusiasm was infectious. Managed to get a glimpse of Nell Gwynne - bet she could tell some tales! Ended the afternoon with a lovely cream tea. Thanks everyone for making us to welcome. Sylvia (Derby Cats Protection)

I was invited to face paint over the weekend and I wanted to let people know about the fantastic feedback I heard. I did ask people to share with the Castle staff and glad to see a lovely review on Trip advisor already. The staff worked really hard, even during the rain, to keep the children entertained.

Whilst we painted faces we were entertained by the Minions and the Princesses who came up to the children. Many of the parents and children had been to Disney world and were so pleased, that, although not on the same scale, the children were just as delighted to see their heroes. Well done to all concerned.

I personally love the Castle and Lesley. Always have a great time there. Lesley is always cheerful and chatty. Her history talks are amazing. A great place to visit xx

I got married here and you helped me arrange everything - it was just 'perfect' with the most amazing pictures as the sun was setting in the beautiful grounds- Thank you :)

Hi Lesley, Jason & myself just wanted to say a big massive thank you for yesterday, to come to Tutbury Castle to renew our vows of 20 years, was magical and we we're honoured to have you do that for us. As soon as we have got photographs we will bring them in. Xxxx

Great place kids loved it and Leslie is fantastic, very interesting and even kept the kids engrossed, fab would Definetly recommend, have been told bonfire night is a must

Been to the castle today to see Lesley as Nell Gwynne and loved every minute of it. The food was brilliant as always as was the performance. Not only was it informative but it was also very witty as well. Thank you Lesley.

Another great day today, loved the pirate skirmish and the crime and punishment, and I can't forget our best friend Jacob. Will be back at the end of the month x

Absolutely love Tutbury Castle even in the wind and rain! Lesley's knowledge and passion is fantastic one of the reasons we always come back.

A wonderful and eventful night spent at Tutbury Castle and Lesley Smith did an amazing job recreating the history in our minds. You couldn't ask for a nicer person to give you a tour of this magnificent building. You can feel how passionate she is about Tutbury and it is an absolute joy to hear somebody so knowledgeable speaking from the heart. Thank you also to Mike for taking care of us all night. I am really looking forward to our next visit.

Went to an X mas do. Food was diabolical, service terrible waiters picking food off floor and serving it, staff on the dance floor. Never did get our coffee and when we complained nothing. Will never recommend them to anyone

Myself and a friend recently took part in a ghost hunt and camped in the castle grounds. Various 'Mediums' on site 're-telling murderous tales. A few well placed actors thrown in for good measure. The castle is beautiful, although not very atmospheric. Lesleys enthusiasm and knowledge of the history of the castle is fantastic! She really gets into character! Unfortunately, that's the good news! Upon our vigil in the 'Great Hall', various 'trigger' objects were pointed out to us, one being a bell on a small side table. The bell kept moving intermittently and ringing without being touched! This obviously caused much excitement to the 50+ guests. The excitement soon turned to disappointment when after studying the table for a short time, I found a concealed drawer, housing a battery pack and magnet!! I pointed this out to the host/security, who advised me to keep it quiet. We left Tutbury castle feeling cheated, after being witness to various trickery and poor acting. We would rather have left and seen nothing than be set up like a couple of kippers... What a shame!

Lesley Smith & Tutbury Castle owes me £4500 plus interest but won’t pay up, I already have a High Court Writ and judgement and also sent the Sheriffs in but they still won’t pay up so I’ll just have to keep embarrassing them until they do! And stop telling lies about me as well!!!! Look out for me with my protest banner at the Castles gates on events days!!! See you all soon!!!!