DEAL CASTLE
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For a fascinating day out on the Kent coast look no further than Deal Castle. Built by the order of King Henry VIII it is one of the finest Tudor artillery castles in England, and among the earliest and most elaborate of a chain of coastal forts, which also includes Calshot, Camber, Walmer and Pendennis Castles. Today you can explore the whole of the castle, from the storerooms to the first-floor captain’s residence. Take a walk around the defences and admire the squat, rounded bastions and canons. If you enjoy cycling, a pleasant cycle path links Deal and Walmer Castles along the beachfront. Don't Miss The inclusive audio tour of the castle and officers' quarters Explore the dark passages that wind through the huge bastions Discover the castle's fascinating history from the interactive exhibition FURTHER PRICING DETAILS: Prices are valid from 1st April, if you are visiting before this date you may find prices are less than those advertised. ABOUT GIFTAID The Gift Aid admission price includes a voluntary donation of 10%. Provided you have paid enough UK Income or Capital Gains Tax * (to cover all of your Gift Aid donations in this tax year), English Heritage is able to reclaim tax on the whole amount you have paid - that's 25p on every £1. This extra money enables us to undertake vital conservation and education projects and ensure that many of England's most important historic sites can continue to be enjoyed by future generations. * Other taxes such as Council Tax and VAT do not apply. OPENING TIMES 1 APRIL - 30 SEPTEMBER 2017 Monday 10:00 - 18:00 Tuesday 10:00 - 18:00 Wednesday 10:00 - 18:00 Thursday 10:00 - 18:00 Friday 10:00 - 18:00 Saturday 10:00 - 18:00 Sunday 10:00 - 18:00 HOLIDAY OPENING TIMES FOR THIS PERIOD Good Friday 14 Apr 2017 10:00 - 18:00 Easter Sunday 16 Apr 2017 10:00 - 18:00 Easter Monday 17 Apr 2017 10:00 - 18:00 Early May Bank Holiday 1 May 2017 10:00 - 18:00 Spring Bank Holiday 29 May 2017 10:00 - 18:00 Summer Bank Holiday 28 Aug 2017 10:00 - 18:00 1 OCTOBER - 31 OCTOBER 2017 1 NOVEMBER - 23 DECEMBER 2017 24 DECEMBER - 26 DECEMBER 2017 27 DECEMBER 2017 - 1 JANUARY 2018 2 JANUARY - 11 FEBRUARY 2018 12 FEBRUARY - 18 FEBRUARY 2018 19 FEBRUARY - 29 MARCH 2018 30 MARCH 2018 ONWARDS Opening times will be available nearer the time | |||||||||||||||||||||||||