Clitheroe Castle
Castle Keep Closure
Clitheroe Castle keep is currently closed for restoration work. Work is expected to be completed by November 2026.
The Castle Museum and the surrounding park are unaffected by this work.
Clitheroe Castle Museum is managed by Lancashire County Council's museum service, on behalf of Ribble Valley Borough Council.
See Clitheroe Castle Museum - Lancashire County Council to find more information about opening times, admissions and for school and group visits.
A full schedule of events at the Castle Museum can be viewed at Lancashire County Council Events.
Opening Hours
1 April to 31 October 2026
| Day | Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 11am - 4pm |
| Tuesday | 11am - 4pm |
| Wednesday | 11am - 4pm |
| Thursday | 11am - 4pm |
| Friday | 11am - 4pm |
| Saturday | 11am - 4pm |
| Sunday | 11am - 4pm |
1 November 2026 to 14 February 2027
| Day | Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 12 noon - 4pm |
| Tuesday | 12 noon - 4pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 12 noon - 4pm |
| Saturday | 12 noon - 4pm |
| Sunday | 12 noon - 4pm |
Clitheroe Castle Grounds
Clitheroe Castle is surrounded by 16 acres of park.
The grounds include:
- Castle Keep
- Skate Park
- Children's Playground
- War Memorial
- Bandstand
- Bowling Green
- Multi Functional Sports Court
- Labyrinth
Accessible Toilet Facilities
There is a Changing Places toilet available at Clitheroe Castlefields making it accessible to people with severe disabilities. These facilities are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week but a Radar Key is required to gain access.
The state-of-the-art toilet features hoists, curtains, showers, grab rails, adult-sized changing benches, privacy screens and space for carers.
Please visit the Changing Places website to find an accessible toilet.