The toy museum is the far better than anything i have seen, packed from the floor to the roof with 1000s of toys…keep collecting we love it
Mountfitchet Castle is the only reconstructed Motte and Bailey 11th Century Castle on its original site in the World!
Mountfitchet Castle : Bringing History to Life
Mountfitchet Castle and The House on the Hill Museum are closed for the winter and will re-open on 14th March 2026.
Mountfitchet Castle
Norman Motte and Bailey Castle and Village, re-constructed on its original historic ancient site.
Meet & Feed the Animals
Come along to meet and feed our free roaming, friendly animals within the Grounds of the Castle & Norman Village.
So much to Explore
From the Castle grounds and animals, to the House on the hill museum, there's just so much to see.
Mountfitchet Castle is a unique open-air museum experience where the visitor can travel back in time over 900 years and truly witness life in a medieval Motte and Bailey castle
Explore the Castle and roam through the Norman village hidden behind the castle walls, wander in and out of the many houses and view the scenes, smell the log fires burning and feel the ambience of a bygone lifestyle
Meet and hand feed the tame Fallow deer and other rescued animals that roam freely throughout the 10 acre site
Visit the only medieval Castle and Norman Village reconstructed on its original site to exist in the world
An all-weather, all-in-one heritage entertainment complex where prehistory, history and nostalgia combine to make one great full exciting day out for the whole family
Three fabulous attractions for one admission price, a fantastic family day out for all ages
Interactive Experience
There's so much to see and do at the Castle with hands-on interactive experiences.
House on the Hill Museum
The House on the Hill Museum contains the largest toy collection in the world from the Victorian era right up to the 1990’s.
Dinosaur Encounter
Animatronic dinosaurs with realistic sounds, a huge caged T-Rex and life size Velociraptors, Tri-Ceratops, moving Allosaurus and an Ankylosaurs.
Schools & Groups
Mountfitchet Castle is a unique, fun, and educational place to visit for schools and groups of all ages
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Mountfitchet Castle and Norman village of 1066 is a world famous visitor attraction with a wealth of living history and education for all ages to enjoy.
Take a journey through time at Mountfitchet Castle – reopening for the 2026 season on 14th March! 🏰✨![]()
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Discover the magic of childhood inside the incredible House on the Hill Toy Museum – home to one of the largest collections of toys in the world. From vintage classics to rare collectibles, explore thousands of nostalgic treasures that will delight visitors of all ages.![]()
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Make a full day of it with a visit to the reconstructed Norman village, meet the friendly free-roaming animals, and step into prehistory at the thrilling Dinosaur Encounter 🦖![]()
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History, nostalgia and family adventure – all in one unforgettable visit.![]()
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Mountfitchet Castle reopens for the 2026 season on 14th March!![]()
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So make a date to come along and explore the beautiful castle grounds and immerse yourself in our hands-on, interactive experiences that bring Norman history to life. Wander through the authentic village, discover medieval buildings, and meet our friendly free-roaming animals along the way.![]()
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Don’t miss the thrilling Dinosaur Encounter, featuring incredible animatronic Velociraptor, Allosaurus, and Ankylosaurus — a roaring adventure for all ages!![]()
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Plus, step inside the fascinating House on the Hill Museum, home to the world’s largest collection of toys, with over 80,000 toys, books, and games on display from late Victorian times right through to the 1990s.![]()
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History, adventure, and nostalgia — all in one unforgettable day out!![]()
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Pre-book or simply turn up on the day and enjoy the fun!![]()
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Step back in time at Mountfitchet Castle as we reopen for the 2026 season on 14th March! 🏰✨![]()
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Discover a unique day out in Stansted, Essex, where history comes alive. Explore the reconstructed Norman village, meet our friendly animals, and enjoy hands-on, interactive experiences the whole family will love.![]()
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Your adventure doesn’t stop there! Visit the fascinating House on the Hill Museum, home to one of the largest collections of toys in the world, and come face-to-face with prehistoric giants in our thrilling Dinosaur Encounter. 🦖![]()
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Perfect for families, school trips, and history lovers – make memories, explore the past, and enjoy a fantastic day out all in one place.![]()
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📅 Reopening 14th March 2026![]()
📍 Stansted, Essex![]()
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We can’t wait to welcome you back!![]()
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Step back in time… 🏰✨![]()
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Mountfitchet Castle Re-Opens for the 2026 Season!![]()
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We’re excited to announce that Mountfitchet Castle will be reopening its gates on 14th March 2026 for another unforgettable season of history, adventure and family fun.![]()
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Explore the unique Mountfitchet Castle – a fully reconstructed 11th-century Norman motte and bailey castle, complete with roaming animals, hands-on history, and an immersive experience the whole family will love.![]()
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Discover what life was really like in 1066, wander through the authentic wooden buildings, and visit the fascinating House on the Hill Museum with its incredible collection of vintage toys, TV and music memorabilia and much more.![]()
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🎟️ Perfect for families![]()
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📍 A great day out in Essex![]()
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Make 14th March the start of your 2026 adventures – we can’t wait to welcome you back!![]()
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The House on the Hill Museum
Whilst at Mountfitchet Castle don’t forget to visit The House on the Hill Museum which is included in your entry price. The Museum contains the largest toy collection in the world with over 80,000 toys from the Victorian era right up to the 1990’s. View the Showbiz Collection – Only Fools and Horses three wheeled van, Dads Army display, film and TV props and life sized figures from Star Wars and Dr Who. Don’t miss the Rock ‘n’ Roll exhibition celebrating the golden era of the 1960’s and 70s. Located within the Museum is The Haunted Manor, if you’re feeling brave enough Encounter our life sized dinosaurs on the way to the museum and try your hand at Fossil hunting in our Palaeontology House, can you find the Velociraptors claw? Visit the the Museum’s website for full details.
A Treasure Trove Awaits at The House on the Hill Museum
Step inside and discover our newly displayed antique cabinets, each one brimming with history and character. This treasure trove of antiques is not just for viewing – many are available to purchase and take home.
Visit Mountfitchet Castle’s House on the Hill Museum today and uncover unique pieces of the past in our ever-growing collection.
Tea Room & Gift Shop
Delicious hot and cold snacks, toasties, panini’s, freshly made sandwiches, delicious homemade cakes, freshly ground coffee and speciality teas are always available in our visitors centre. We have indoor seating and a large outdoor picnic area.
We stock a huge range of gifts and souvenirs, jewellery, accessories, books, biscuits and fudge in our shop with prices ranging from pocket money items starting at 50p to the more valuable rare collectables in our antique centre.