Tonbridge Castle
Tonbridge, West Kent
Photo: Clem Rutter, Rochester Kent, CC BY-SA 3.0Photo: Clem Rutter, Rochester Kent, CC BY-SA 3.0
Tonbridge Castle is a medieval motte and bailey castle just off Tonbridge High Street, with around 900 years of history. A visit to the gatehouse comes with a free audio tour and takes about an hour. It is an easy addition to a day in Tonbridge.
Highlights
- Medieval motte and bailey castle
- Gatehouse with a free audio tour
- Season tickets available
Good to know
- A gatehouse visit takes around an hour
- Carers accompanying visitors with additional needs go free
Getting there
Tonbridge Castle, Castle Street, Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 1BG
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