📜 Moated Norman castle, Grade I listed building and Scheduled Monument.
🔍 Originally a royal administrative center for the Forest of Dean, now a youth hostel and considered one of the most haunted castles in England.
👻 Explore one of England's most haunted castles.
🏰 Stay in a historic 800-year-old monument with an intriguing history and magnificent gatehouse.
🌳 Enjoy walks in the Forest of Dean and nearby attractions, including Offa's Dyke Path.
🗺️ Discover medieval history and architecture.
⚠️ Limited access to interior due to youth hostel operations (requires YHA staff permission and advance check, inner bailey access may be restricted).
🐕 Only assistance dogs allowed inside.
🅿️ Very limited free parking.
📞 Check YHA website or call/email in advance for interior access.
🚶 Explore the surrounding Forest of Dean and nearby attractions.
💰 Free entry to the exterior and moat area.
🕒 Exterior and moat: any reasonable daylight hours. Inner bailey grounds: 11am-4pm, subject to group activities.
🚽 Available to visitors during opening hours.
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