Framlingham Castle
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Framlingham Castle is a magnificent 12th century fortress with a long and colourful past which makes a fascinating family day out in Suffolk.
The castle was once the refuge of Mary Tudor before she became Queen in 1553 and you can explore over 800 years of life at Framlingham Castle in the ‘From Powerhouse to Poorhouse’ exhibition.
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2016-05-10We all had a lovely time looking around the castle and the views from the ramparts were lovely.afterwards we wandered around the local area ,a lovely...
2016-05-04Great for kids big and small, nice walks around mere and village, good pubs too.
2016-05-01We had a family outing to Framlington and arranged to meet friends here as well.
2016-04-27Interesting but at £8 per head entry and little more to do than walk the castle walls we found it expensive
2015-08-08Went to Framlingham Castle today. Lovely day with a Tudor event going on. Great 2 c all the different clothes & weapons used from that time. The guy...
2015-08-05We had an amazing day, family friendly and brilliant for boisterous boys!
2015-08-01Very remarkable place! a lovely place to be and to see part of the English heritage
2015-06-24Had a wonderful afternoon here. Great to walk around the walls and take in the beautiful views. Friendly and helpful staff too.
2014-09-03Lovely Castle with a nice market town to walk round. A good day out.
2014-08-24Fantastic day out!!!
2014-08-01Fantastic day out, beautiful castle and good value for money. My children loved it each time (we've been 3 times!), especially walking around the moat...
2014-07-30Visited 4 times in the last year we love it, especially when there is an event on.
2014-06-22Yay
2014-06-14Fabulous place great fun for all the family
2014-06-01It was a good 'family' afternoon today! My kids liked the walk in the wall! Amazing views!
2014-05-05Great day out! Thank you. X
2014-04-30The kids absolutely loved it and Learnt a lot the History trial
2014-04-27Nice place
2014-04-04Love it love it love it. Was 17 years before I came back. Beautiful place. Really interesting. Thoroughly enjoyed myself! !!!!!
2014-03-22Great family day out
Updates from Framlingham Castle
2016-03-17
A lovely sunny day for our up close and personal members event today: Raptors Revealed. Keep an eye out online and in your members magazine for behind the scences, private or special events for members.
A lovely sunny day for our up close and personal members event today: Raptors Revealed. Keep an eye out online and in your members magazine for behind the scences, private or special events for members.
2016-03-11
We love it when English Heritage write a post about our lovely castle! Make sure you come and visit us this weekend!
We love it when English Heritage write a post about our lovely castle! Make sure you come and visit us this weekend!
2016-03-04
Here at Framlingham we've had quite a few inspiring women, including Margaret Brotherton and Mary Tudor. Who are the women that inspire you?
Here at Framlingham we've had quite a few inspiring women, including Margaret Brotherton and Mary Tudor. Who are the women that inspire you?
2016-02-28
Do you know where this carved stone head is at the Castle? If not, why not come and visit us today to find out!
Do you know where this carved stone head is at the Castle? If not, why not come and visit us today to find out!
2016-02-18
' Bloody' Mary I Queen of England, was born on this day in 1516 - happy 500th birthday!
' Bloody' Mary I Queen of England, was born on this day in 1516 - happy 500th birthday!
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