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Near the barbican gateway gap is one of the semicircular towers. This is the best preserved of the three towers and excavation in the 1960s revealed the actual dimensions of these defences.
Berkhamsted Castle opening hours
Saturday 11 July 2026
Please note that Berkhamsted Castle will be closed to visitors The castle is hosting a play on Saturday 11th July and will be closed to any visitors other than those attending the performance between approximately 13:00 and 16:00.
Daily 10:00—18:00
Closed now
Next open at 10:00
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Berkhamsted Castle Trust
Berkhamsted Castle Trust manages the Berkhamsted Castle site in partnership with English Heritage under a Local Management Agreement.
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