Sherborne Old Castle

Quick visit

We did the short walk from the town centre to the old castle. It is ruins so we didn’t pay to go in, but there is an information board and a good view from the car park.

beautiful

amazing! Id forgotton how beautiful it is here, stunning ruins and views. Great to imagine what life was mike when it was in its hayday. There’s no toilet / cafe etc but its a lovely was to spend an h...

Wonderful ruins

These are wonderful ruins with some great views. A great place to walk, take in the history and if the weather is nice, even have a picnic. The shop is very small, not much really available and no w...

A medieval gem

A delightful and intersting medieval gem, well-presented and with informative signs. All the above depends on being able to find it ! The sign from the main road is concealed behind a tree branch and ...

Monumental and picturesque ruin

It was originally a 12th century Bishop’s Palace, but later became the home of Sir Walter Raleigh before he decided to build an alternative home down the road which subsequently became known as the Ne...