British Medieval Castles: Kirby Castle. Image courtesy of Walwyn and Flickr Commons.
1480
Open to Visitors

Kirby Castle or Kirby Muxloe Castle is a ruined, fortified manor house in Leicestershire, England. 

Work on the castle was begun in 1480 by WilliamLord Hastings on the site of a pre-existing manor house. Work continued quickly until 1483, when William was executed during Richard, Duke of Gloucester’s, seizure of the throne. The castle then remaining largely incomplete.

After a short period of inhabitation, Kirby Castle fell into ruin during the course of the 17th century. In 1912, the Commissioners of Work repaired the brickwork and carried out an archaeological survey.

Today, the castle is controlled by English Heritage and open to visitors.

Visit Kirby Castle

Facilities

Dogs on Leads
Shops Neaby
No Wheelchair Access
Restrooms
Pinic Area
Exhibitions
Restaurants Nearby
Carpark (Free)
Entrance to Kirby Castle.
Entrance to Kirby Castle. Image courtesy of Jeremy Polanski and Flickr Commons.

Hours

Summer: 10:00 – 17:00

Winter: 10:00 – 16:00

Address

Off Oakcroft Ave, Kirby Muxloe LE9 2AP

Phone

0370 333 1181

Prices

Member – Join nowFree
Adult£6.50
Child (5-17 years)£3.90
Concession£5.90
Family (2 adults, up to 3 children)£16.90
Family (1 adult, up to 3 children)£10.40

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