Wray Castle
An outdoor historic-house-gardens in Westmorland and Furness
Wray Castle is a quirky Victorian Gothic castle set on the shores of Lake Windermere, managed by the National Trust. Families can explore the atmospheric interior with its rooms dressed as a Victorian gentleman's house, but the main draw is the expansive grounds.
Highlights for kids:
Brilliant adventure playground with zip wires, slides, and climbing frames
Huge lawns perfect for running and picnics
Lake Windermere shoreline for paddling and stone skimming
Boathouse and mini exhibition on the castle's history
Facilities include a café with kids' menu, baby-changing, and accessible toilets. Dogs welcome on leads. Best for ages 3–12, but toddlers and teens will also enjoy the space. Note that the castle itself has limited interactive exhibits, so focus on the outdoors.
At a glance
Entry
Expensive
What parents should know
Wray Castle is a quirky Victorian Gothic castle set on the shores of Lake Windermere, managed by the National Trust.
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Head straight to the playground
The adventure playground with zip wires and climbing frames is the main highlight. Plan to spend 1–2 hours here rather than focusing on the castle interior.
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Light rain
17°C
A wet day — perfect for indoor exploration
Opening hours
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Last checked 25 May 2026, 04:53.
Castle building closed for refurbishment; grounds and facilities open daily. Grounds tours at 10:30 and 14:30.
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