- Castle Howard was a building unlike any other in England at the time it was built. ... Castle Howard is now part of the Treasure Houses of England consortium.
- Castle Howard sits in 1,000 acres of beautiful parkland in the Howardian Hills – a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty just outside York.
- The Howard family has owned the property for over 300 years. It is not actually a castle, but a country house built on a former castle site.
- Wicklow is full of stunning gems of houses, unfortunately nearly all are private [1]. We are lucky to be able to visit Castle Howard as it is on the revenue 482 list.
- Brideshead refreshed – Castle Howard trustees sell off artworks. Nicholas and Simon Howard announce auction of art collected by earls of Carlisle to finance...
- Enjoy a stroll along grass terraces and lakeside paths with a trip to Castle Howard. Tour the castle either with a guide or with an audioguide at your own pace.
- Built in 1699, Castle Howard is one of the country's finest historic houses and is still the private residence of the Howard family.
- With 1,000 acres of parkland, comprising woodland walks, temples, lakes and fountains, Castle Howard has been beguiling visitors for centuries.
- Castle Howard is 15 miles northeast of York, off the A64. There are several organised tours from York; check with the tourist office for up-to-date schedules.
- In order to build the new line, the York and North Midland Railway company had to secure land that passed through the extensive Castle Howard estate.