Things to see and do at Yarmouth Castle
Visiting Yarmouth Castle for the first time? Here is a list of the highlights of this small but significant castle, including the best spot for a picnic, and where to get a great view across the solent.
Explore the Castle
Explore the inside of Yarmouth Castle, and learn what life was like for the Tudor defenders who lived and worked here. There’s a dressing up box for kids too – brilliant for some fun photos.
Discover the Castle's History
Learn more about the history of Yarmouth Castle and the site’s role as one of Henry VIII’s most sophisticated coastal fortresses. Read the following pages before you visit to get a really good sense of the castle through the ages.
See our Exhibits
Explore an atmospheric recreation of how the castle was used in the 16th century.
You can also enjoy an exhibition telling the story of the many shipwrecks that have occurred in the treacherous stretch of sea overlooked by Yarmouth Castle.
Take in the view
Enjoy the spectacular view across the Solent from Yarmouth Castle’s gunners platform.
It also provides one of the best picnic locations on the island. Bring your own sandwiches, or buy a takeaway from one of the local cafes and bakeries before you come.
Build your own … legend
English legends, fairy tales and myths have been told and retold across the centuries. Robin Hood’s forest, King Arthur’s round table and Beowulf’s hall make up just some of these incredible stories.
Now it’s your chance to create your own legend. Will you tell the tale of heroic adventurers on a quest? Or maybe you’ll be inspired to write an epic poem about a potato? Follow our legendary trail (one of four World Builder Challenge trails at our sites) to help you build your own legends.
Find out more about the World Builder Challenge trails and where you can find them.