Wray Castle

About

A Gothic Revival castle sitting on the west shore of Windermere providing an impressive backdrop of turrets, towers, informal grounds and miles of lakeshore paths.

The Wray Estate

Set on the shores of England’s largest lake, Wray Castle estate provides miles of lake shore paths, vast lawns and woodland walks with panoramic views to enjoy. Wander the grounds and spot the changes of the seasons from snowy mountain peaks to daffodils blooming on the lawn. For those looking for a longer adventure head down the west shore path down to Claife Viewing Station, perfect for a bike ride, or up to Blenham Tarn on a circular countryside walk.

Joey’s Café is open every day of the year (excluding Christmas Eve and Christmas Day) serving hot and cold drinks, cakes and light bites to eat in or take away. Or pack a picnic and we’ll provide some of the best views in the Lakes for your lunch spot.

From Easter, leave the car behind and set sail on the Windermere Lake Cruises boat from Ambleside and head across the Lake to Wray’s own jetty. We think it’s the best way to arrive.

For families, during the Easter holidays (2–18 April) we will be running Easter Adventures in Nature.

Due to damage from Storm Arwen, the play trail remains closed.

Inside Wray Castle

The inside of Wray Castle reopens on 26 March 2022. The castle came to the National Trust without its contents, so you will not see a 'typical' historic house full of paintings, furniture and antiques. This year the ground floor will be open for you to view the interesting architectural features of the castle and will be hosting a photography exhibition featuring the work of Rupert Potter, brother of Beatrix who stayed at Wray Castle on her first trip to the Lake District. The upstairs of the castle will be available to explore on guided tours.

Advanced booking not needed for parking or castle entry. Car park charges apply to non National Trust members.

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