Explore the gardens, discover a castle
Hillsborough Castle, The Square, Hillsborough. BT26 6AG
Tickets for Hillsborough Castle tours are available online.
Gardens (unguided access)
Monday-Sunday: 10.00-17.00. Last admission at 16.00.
Castle tours
Castle tours run daily in July and August including Bank Holidays. In September, castle tours run Thursday - Sunday and on Bank Holidays.
Don your circle skirt and join us for an evening of 1950s music, fashion and cocktails at Hillsborough Castle.
Friday 25 August
19.00-22.00 (drop-in)
Come along with all the family to Hillsborough Castle to enjoy activities inspired by the 1950s!
Sunday 27 - Monday 28 August
12:00–16:00
Enjoy our Downshire Gallery and discover the Faces of Hillsborough through this fascinating exhibition.
Daily
Explore 100 acres of breathtaking gardens and discover the castle’s unique history, from grand family home to charming royal residence.
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Explore and discover so much more about each of the six palaces with limitless visiting throughout the year.
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More about volunteeringHistoric Royal Palaces has been given an amazing and unique opportunity to take on the management of this beautiful Georgian mansion.