Due to weather warnings for this weekend (20 to 22 December), the castle may need to close to ensure visitor and staff safety. Pre-booked ticket holders for day visits and the Castle of Light event will receive cancellation notices via email and SMS.

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Due to weather warnings for this weekend (20 to 22 December), the castle may need to close to ensure visitor and staff safety. Pre-booked ticket holders for day visits and the Castle of Light event will receive cancellation notices via email and SMS.

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Jousting in Hospital Square

Look down over the wall at the city. Below the castle, there were once fields where kings and queens held jousts, with fighting knights, colourful tents, galloping horses and flying hawks.

What animal can you see in Hospital Square today?

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