A Guide to Visiting Four Historic Castles in Essex, England

If you are planning on taking a visit to Essex in England, then why not explore these four historic castles. Here are four historic castles to visit in Essex in England.

Colchester Castle

It will take more than a day to explore Colchester castle. There is the Colchester castle museum and a prison inside that is very fascinating to see. Tickets are valid for the whole day, so do not worry if you want to leave the castle to go outside for something to eat, as your ticket will get you back in again. There is a tour of the castle if you wish to join in and learn everything there is to know about this castle. The castle is open from Monday to Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm and Sundays from 11 am to 5 pm. Entrance costs are £6.00 per adult and £3.80 per child.

Mountfitchet Castle

Mountfitchet castle is great for families. This castle has some great history to learn and is great for children. The castle is a national historic monument protected by the Department of the Environment. It is believed to have been an Iron Age fort and Roman, Saxon and Viking settlement. There is a medieval combat weekend held at this castle on 25^th and 26^th June 2011. You will be able to watch Knights in armour fight with swords and axes for the hand of a fair maiden. There is, also, a toy museum to explore at the castle too. The opening times are from 12^th March to 6^th November 2011 at 10 am to 5 pm. Prices for entrance tickets are £9.50 per adults and £7.00 per child.

Hedingham Castle

Hedingham castle is another castle in Essex. There are many events that take place at the castle that will include Easter treasure hunts for April 2011, fancy dress parade and crafts. Also, take part in Hedingham's Easter bunnies and chicks hunt around the grounds. Find them to win an Easter egg. Children can come dressed up in an Easter outfit to be crowned as king or queen in the parade. You can even have a go at the Easter crafts! Opening times are from 10^th April to 27^th October 2011 from 10 am to 5 pm. Prices for entrance tickets are £6 per adult and £4.00 per child from ages 5 to 16 years.

Hadleigh Castle

Hadleigh castle is another historic castle, which is near Southend-on-Sea in Essex. This castle is a romantic ruin overlooking the Essex marshes. It was once known as an important fortress for protecting the approach to London via the Thames estuary. An interesting castle with lots of history and the entrance is free.

So, if you are thinking of visiting the United Kingdom, then be sure to visit these castles in Essex.