Cowdray Castle Ruins snapped in full sunshine on an idyllic early Spring morning (6th March 2007) following a night of prolonged rain and high winds had inundated the Water Meadows. Walkers enjoying the balmy air had an iconic view of Cowdray Castle as they traversed the Causeway, and North Street car-park was almost full as many regular visitors filled the Town.

2008 PROGRAMME OF EVENTS.

MIDHURST CARNIVAL

Bank Holiday Monday 5 th May.

Presented by Midhurst Lions Club and the Dreams Come True Charity, Cowdray is proud to be hosting the Carnival this year. Make your way down the ancient Causeway to the main gates and have lots of fun with Cowdray’s impressive Gatehouse as a stunning backdrop. Lots of activities including a mini fairground, pony rides, fire engine, and much more. FREE ENTRY TO THE CARNIVAL, with special offer for entry to the ruins.

ACTIVITY DAY

Saturday 31 st May, 10.30am to 5pm .

Presented by Raven Tor, this special day sees pirates take over the ruins for the day! Have a go at fencing, meet costumed characters and have lots of fun! Timed sessions for fencing tuition, at a small extra charge. All other activities included in your entry for the day.

Usual admission charges apply.

WARDOUR GARRISON

Saturday 28 th & Sunday 29 th June, 10.30am to 5pm .

The Wardour Garrison is a group of enthusiastic people who enjoy re-creating life as it might have been during the 17 th Century. By setting up camp at Cowdray the group aims to present a flavour of both domestic and military life. The range of skills and crafts are displayed within a living encampment and interspersed with a series of lively demonstrations and skirmishes.

Usual admission charges apply.

STUART REGALIA DAY

Sunday 21 st September, 10.30am to 5pm .

Details TBC .

HERITAGE OPEN DAY

Friday 12 th September, 10.30am to 5pm .

Free entry to Cowdray all day!

Come and see the Tudor kitchen in full working order, with the Goodwives of Sussex on hand demonstrating traditional cooking and crafts

HALLOWE’EN EVENT

Sunday 26 th October, 10.30am to 4pm .

Details TBC .

Opening Times

Cowdray Castle Ruins will be open to the public from the end of March to the end of October, Wednesdays to Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays, 10.30am - 4.30pm. Admission Adults - £5 Over 60s - £4.50 Children over 5 - £2.50 Children under 5 - FREE Family - £12 Tel: 01730 810781 email: info@cowdray.org.uk [CASTLES STUDY GROUP PDF FOR FULLEST ACCOUNT OF COWDRAY CASTLE] Also please refer to the Menu below for Tudor Food, Tudor Kitchens, Tudor Houses in Midhurst. Murder Mystery Novel featuring Midhurst: The Blood Dimmed Tide by Rennie Airth and historical novel featuring Cowdray Castle by Anya Seaton, Green Darkness being Republished this June.

 

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