Reviews for NATIONAL TRUST - WRAY CASTLE, CLAIFE

4/5 from Simon
2 years ago
Dropped in because the weather looked ominous and it's somewhere you can see in an hour or so. Really interesting displays in the castle and the views outside are amazing when the light hits the mountains and lake. Decent coffee shop and not too pricey.
5/5 from Steve
2 years ago
Really enjoyable visit. Ground floor of the castle is free to visit. Plenty of walks to enjoy, areas to sit and picnic. A cafe on site with indoor and outdoor seating areas. Parking charges do apply, but we have national trust card so was free for our visit.
4/5 from John
2 years ago
A great castle with lots of history, I enjoyed all the old photos, taken around the same time but from 2 completely different prospectives. Only slight negative would be the fact we weren't allowed to explore upstairs which looked really interesting. And it's free 👍🏻
5/5 from Diff-Ability
2 years ago
Wray Castle is a Lovely castle with Great history. The staff are Friendly and informative. Wray Castle is Being renovated at present, some of the rooms empty at present, so maybe 4 stars right now? There were two displays. One was interactive for children, with a tent for them to dive into and a yaght for them to sit in, which was great fun. I'm sure it will be 5 stars when it's all renovated as it is a lovely space and impressive building. There are walks to explore, woods and a lovely view of the lake. There is also a quirky cafe at the rear of the site.
5/5 from Hannah
2 years ago
Wonderful location As others have said, car parking is chargeable (free for NT members when you scan membership card). House was open (additional charge) but only downstairs was accessible due to building work. The property is empty but there were exhibitions of photographs. Joeys cafe is next to the castle which was pleasant with lots of vegan options and lovely cakes. Several walks can be done from the grounds including 4 mile walk to Claife viewing platform alongside the lake.
4/5 from Kevin
2 years ago
Worth a trip if you are in the area. There was a photo gallery in a couple of the rooms which was good but I feel the National Trust could do more than this as a few rooms are just empty. Some general information about the castle and the area would be good. You can walk down to the lake also.
5/5 from Il
2 years ago
During winter the castle is closed, but the access to the grounds is free of charge. You have to pay for the parking, though, unless you do not hold a National Trust membership. The castle itself it is not so old, but nevertheless it is interesting from the architectural point of view. The lake is 5 walking minutes away from the castle and the views are very nice and the walk itself is very pleasant.
5/5 from Bob
2 years ago
Majestic Castle situated in a great position. Over winter the castle is closed but the grounds are free. The cafe however is open all year. Please pay for the parking - it’s a not for profit organisation that goes toward the maintenance of the Grand Castle
5/5 from Fatim
3 years ago
Beautiful location with easy access. Road itself is nice and beautiful. Castle has no ticket but you can't enter the main building. Other than the cafe that is almost inside the castle. Parking space is quiet big and cheap. Beautiful sceneries all around, specially the lake view point on the back and the meadows on the front side...
5/5 from Samia
3 years ago
I think it’s one of the nicest castles I’ve visited in the UK. The castle’s maintenance is really good. It’s in good condition. The national trust has done a really good job. We went on a weekday so it wasn’t crowded. Entrance inside the castle is free. If you’re in Lake District, do check this place out.