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We have tried to put together links which have a direct connection with the Castle.
Other Attractions Near Berkeley Castle
Dr. Edward Jenner, famed worldwide for having carried out the first vaccination and starting the process which, in succeeding generations led to the worldwide programme carried out under the guidance of the World Health Organisation for the eventual erradication in 1980 of smallpox.
Situated just next door and with a joint Castle/Jenner Museum ticket available, well worth a visit.
St Mary's Church is an Anglican (Episcopal) Parish Church in the heart of rural England and has been a site of Christian worship for over 1,000 years. Once a Saxon Minster (a missionary church), and the site of a Nunnery, the church was re-built in the 13th century and has been embellished and added to ever since as well as forming part of Berkeley Castle's defences.
Now claiming fame as a location for Harry Potter films, the Cathedral first made its name as the burial place of King Edward II, following his murder here at Berkeley. Later hailed as a martyr, the King’s tomb became a focal point of pilgrimage for many, and the cathedral benefited from Kind Edward III’s gifts to glorify his father’s resting place. Worth visiting for some of the most beautiful fan vaulting in England, and a glorious window, the largest stretch of Mediaeval stained glass in the world and a wonder in its time. If you make the trip up to the newly opened window exhibition (well worth the £2 entrance fee), look out for the Berkeley arms in the glass.
The Centre is situated on part of the Berkeley Estate, a few miles upriver from the Castle.
Cotswolds Attractions
Catering
Accommodation
Fantastic, freshly refurbished, period coaching inn. Provides some of the warmest atmosphere in Berkeley and only a stones throw away from the Castle. Large restaurant with wonderful menu
Cotswold Stone manor house, with restaurant and bistro, newly opened spa.
Beautifully cooked food from this Inn in the centre of Berkeley. Truly an all seasons venue for travellers and locals.
Built in Tudor times, Thornbury Castle was visited by Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn. This luxury country house hotel has a unique atmosphere offering very special accommodation and restaurant.
Small, friendly hotel a couple of miles away from the Castle, Southwards along the A38. 56 beds.
A 19th Century mansion house with its own arboretum, 15 minutes from Berkeley. Orangery Italian Restaurant.
A converted Railway Cottage on the Old Berkeley Road providing traditional Bed & Breakfast with quality en-suite accommodation within pleasant grounds.
A unique 18th century house in the baroque style, with wonderful woodwork. Enjoy a relaxing B&B in newly decorated period-furnished rooms, one with a four-poster bed. Or, for a family or group of friends, why not stay in the witty and delightful 'Strawbery Hill Gothick' Orangery, designed by a follower of Batty Langley. Octagonal rooms and a well-equiped kitchen contribute to a memorable stay in one of Englands finest small buildings.
A group of 8 Self-Catering Holiday properties to sleep 3 - 12 individually, which can also be combined for groups up to 50+. Located at Wheatenhurst, the older part of Whitminster beside the Stroudwater Canal, and approx 7 miles or 15 minutes from Berkeley Castle.
Spacious self catering cottage for 6. Garden with lovely views. Cosy in Winter, cool in Summer. 10 miles from Berkeley.
A charming family-run hotel halfway between Berkeley and Bristol, with comfortable bedrooms, a Conservatory restaurant and a lovely garden. Open to non-residents for dinner.
A charming newly-built timber-framed house with panoramic views across the River Severn to the Forest of Dean.
An ETB 4 Star 16th Century black and white half-timbered farmhouse with oak beams and large inglenook fireplace, ideally based for touring and walking the Cotswolds. A working dairy farm with pedigree herd, the farm is situated down a quiet country lane within easy reach of the M5 motorway. Large garden with stunning views. Farmhouse breakfast with fresh eggs, home grown fruit and tomatoes when in season and freshly squeezed orange juice. One double and one twin room available.
Other
For those researching local or family history, this site may be useful to you:
The greatest proportion of houses open to the public in the UK are members of the Historic Houses Association, including Berkeley Castle. (Just to remind you, we are not part of the National Trust or English Heritage). If you are planning a trip to or within the UK and want to visit a piece of history, look no further. You'll be surprised at how much you will discover!
Various information about the town including many images and some historic documents, of interest to anyone from Berkeley or searhing for family history.
Fancy a ready made picnic for your visit? Try the new "pickupapicnic" service.
Try this website for more information on your visit to The Cotswolds, attractions, accomodation and more!
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