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About Orford Castle - English Heritage

Discover one of England’s most complete and unusual keeps, at this fascinating visitor attraction in Suffolk.

Discover one of England’s most complete and unusual keeps, at this fascinating visitor attraction in Suffolk. The unique polygonal tower keep of Orford Castle stands beside the pretty town and former port, which Henry II also developed here.

The castle is remarkably intact allowing visitors to explore from the basement, through the lower and upper halls to the roof where there are magnificent views seaward to Orford Ness. Around the rooms is a maze of passages leading to the chapel, kitchen and other chambers in the turrets.

Opening hours

  1. Today

    10:00 - 17:00

  2. Monday

    10:00 - 17:00

  3. Tuesday

    10:00 - 17:00

  4. Wednesday

    10:00 - 17:00

  5. Thursday

    10:00 - 17:00

  6. Friday

    10:00 - 17:00

  7. Saturday

    10:00 - 17:00

Facilities

Toilets
Picnic area
Garden or outdoor space
Dog friendly
Family friendly
On-site parking

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