We came with the grandkids in march and had a lovely day, nicely laid out and easy to find , thankyou especially to all the friendly staff
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
We are open everyday 7 days a week until the 8th November 2026.
Book your tickets online up until 10am of the day you want to visit, or simply just turn up, pay on the gate and enjoy the fun! Last Admission into the attraction is 3.45pm. Please note that the last entry time to the Museum is 4.15pm and it will then close at 4.45pm.
Book your tickets online up until 10am of the day you want to visit, or simply just turn up, pay on the gate and enjoy the fun! Last Admission into the attraction is 3.45pm. Please note that the last entry time to the Museum is 4.15pm and it will then close at 4.45pm.
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.
☀️ The sun is shining at Mountfitchet Castle and the animals are ready to welcome you!![]()
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Come along and explore the grounds of Mountfitchet Castle, where our friendly free-roaming animals are waiting to greet the day’s visitors. Wander through the historic Norman village, enjoy the fresh air, and experience a truly unique day out for the whole family. With the sunshine overhead and the animals ready for attention, it’s the perfect time to visit!![]()
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🎟️ Tickets available online or at the gate on the day.![]()
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Visit Mountfitchet Castle and step back into the sights, sounds and smells of a real medieval village! 🏰 Wander through the authentic castle grounds, explore hands-on experiences, and meet our friendly free-roaming animals.![]()
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While you’re here, discover even more amazing attractions on site!![]()
🧸 House on the Hill Museum – home to the largest collection of toys in the world.![]()
🦖 Dinosaur Encounter – come face to face with incredible moving dinosaurs including Velociraptor, Allosaurus and Ankylosaurus.![]()
👻 Haunted Manor – if you dare, explore our eerie haunted experience filled with spooky surprises.![]()
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It’s a fantastic day out for families, history lovers, and adventurers of all ages!![]()
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🎟 Tickets can be booked online or purchased at the gate on the day.![]()
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Step back in time this Saturday as Mountfitchet Castle opens its gates for the 2026 season! 🏰![]()
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Explore the authentic medieval village, wander the beautiful castle grounds, and meet our friendly free-roaming animals. Enjoy hands-on interactive experiences the whole family will love.![]()
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While you're visiting, don’t forget to explore the incredible House on the Hill Toy Museum — home to the largest collection of toys in the world — and come face-to-face with prehistoric giants at Dinosaur Encounter featuring impressive animatronic dinosaurs! 🦖![]()
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Make it a fun day out for all ages and be among the first visitors of the season. We can’t wait to welcome you back!![]()
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The countdown is on for the 2026 season opening on 14th March at Mountfitchet Castle!![]()
Get ready to come along and explore the reconstructed Norman village, meet our friendly free-roaming animals, and enjoy the many interactive experiences around the castle grounds.![]()
Visti the fantastic House on the Hill Museum – home to the largest collection of toys in Europe, music and film memorabilia, and fascinating World War I and II artefacts, the museum packed with nostalgia for all ages. 🧸![]()
Get ready for prehistoric adventure at the Dinosaur Encounter, where you’ll come face-to-face with life-sized animatronic dinosaurs including Velociraptor, Allosaurus and Ankylosaurus! 🦖![]()
Plan your visit and join us as we reopen for another fantastic season of history, adventure and family fun. 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.