Hertford Castle Heritage Day - EVENT CANCELLED

EVENT CANCELLED 

In light of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Hertford Town Council have taken the decision to cancel The Hertford Castle Heritage Day this Sunday

Hertford Town Council will host its annual Hertford Castle Heritage Day event on Sunday 11^th September during the national Heritage Open Days weekend.

This free of charge event will take place from 12noon – 4pm at Hertford Castle.

The castle grounds will be transformed for the day and will include a small settlement of interactive medieval encampments on the main lawn. 

Within a main arena on the lawn there will be a programme of entertainment throughout the afternoon to include fire breathing, falconry flying displays, story telling and even battle scenes.

Low cost activities include face painting and archery, and there will be a licensed bar, coffee stall and bbq on site. 

Walks & Trails

Hertford Town Council have also organised several free of charge trails and walks for visitors to enjoy during the Heritage Weekend.

 A ticketed free guided walk called ‘The Rise and Fall of Hertford Castle’ takes place Saturday 10^th September at 2pm where visitors will be able to enjoy a guided walk around the castle grounds.

 On Sunday 11^th September at 11am and 2pm, there will be two ticketed free guided walks called ‘Hertford’s Buildings of Delight’ where visitors will be able to explore Hertford’s range of architectural styles and historical buildings.

 The self-guided Hertford Blue Plaque Heritage Trail (permanent trail) is also available for visitors and locals to explore at their leisure.

 Visit Hertford Town and Tourist Information Centre in the town centre or call 01992 584322 for information on the walks and trails, to book onto an event and pick up trail maps.

Hertford Castle will be open to the public during the day for visitors to explore the Downshire Suite, Robing Room and themed basement rooms comprising of a pillory, armoury room, Victorian themed kitchen and vault.

Event Information 

Location 

Hertford Castle, Castle Street, SG14 1HR 

Entry information 

The event is FREE of charge to attend, you are however welcome to donate to the Mayor of Hertford’s Charity Appeal Fund. 

The Castle grounds can be accessed by foot at any of the following pedestrian gates, Castle Street, St Andrew Street Car Park, Main Castle Gate off The Wash, through the Moat Garden on Castle Street, or the gate off of Gascoyne Way. 

Parking 

There is no parking at Hertford Castle (including disabled) but there are a number of car parks close to the Castle which are free to use on Sundays. Please click here to download a map of the local car parks. 

Amenities 

Toilets are located to the side of the main lawn on the footpath by the Ashley Webb Shelter. 

Disabled toilets & baby changing facilities are available inside the castle, please speak to a volunteer on the door for access. 

First aid is located on the river bank by the Ashley Webb shelter.