Helmsley Castle

03/06/2026

🍸Introducing Our New English Heritage Gin Range! ✨

We’re delighted to unveil our brand-new collection of English Heritage–inspired gins—crafted to capture the spirit, history, and character of the past in every sip.

Whether you’re a gin enthusiast or looking for the perfect gift, this exclusive range is something truly special.

Available now in our shop—why not treat yourself or someone special?

31/05/2026

🎺Edward III🎺

Date: May 31, 1334

Roll out the red carpet—The King is here! 👑

On this day in 1334, King Edward III arrived at Helmsley Castle for a five-day stay. Imagine the banners flying from the East Tower, and the feasts in the Great Hall. 🏰

27/05/2026

✨Members make it happen! ✨

Welcome to our Sixth annual Members Week, as a special thank you we have 20% off all retail products in our shop for English Heritage Members, including on our fantastic regional lines such as Filey Bay and Cooper King 🏰

23/05/2026

🏰Members week starts today!🏰

As a special thank you to our Members, this week you are able to ‘Bring a friend for free’. Share an unforgettable day out with someone special at no extra cost!

Our offer can be redeemed by pre-booking online or at Site ✨

20/05/2026

🎨 Renovation Update at the Tudor Manor House

Our beautiful manor house room is currently undergoing a stunning transformation… Can you guess the paint colour we’ve chosen for the walls? 🤔

Drop your guesses in the comments below ⬇️

We can’t wait to reveal the finished room soon — the character of this Tudor space is really coming back to life. 🕯️🪵

16/05/2026

🏰✨Exciting progress is underway at Helmsley Castle as our ‘Last Residence’ project continues in the historic Tudor Manor House.

This important project will help preserve one of the castle’s most fascinating features, our 400 year old wood panelling!

📸 - Photos courtesy our Volunteer Martha, pictured with a few other members of our Volunteer and Conservation teams.

14/05/2026

13/05/2026

✨Spring is in the air, but in 1644, the air was filled with the sound of cannons! 💣

Helmsley Castle was a Royalist stronghold during the Civil War, surviving a brutal three-month siege before starvation finally forced a surrender. Today, the sun shines peacefully over the ruins, but you can still see where the East Tower was blown apart to make it "indefensible."

Come and visit, open daily, 10am to 5pm 🕔
Last Entry 4:30pm

09/05/2026

✨They say Helmsley Castle has a guardian… but not the kind you’d expect.

Can you spot it in these pictures? 🧚

A small mischievous Imp has been protecting the castle for centuries! Legend has it he keeps the castle from harm, weaving tiny spells into the stones to keep its standing strong.

Next time you visit Helmsley Castle, keep your eyes open…
You might not see him, but he’ll definitely see you. 👀

06/05/2026

🏰Glimpse into the Past: Robert de Roos II ✨

Did you know that much of the castle you see today was built by Robert de Roos II, a powerful medieval noble who died in 1226?

Robert played a significant role in English history—he was a witness to the Magna Carta in 1225, helping to shape the future of the nation.

Later in life, he devoted himself to faith and duty by joining the Knights Templar, one of the most famous medieval orders. 🛡️