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Gatehouse Collection

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The gatehouse of the Kenilworth Castle has been restored to its former glory and the top floor today houses a collection of artifacts, all related to the relationship between Sir Robert Dudley, Earl of Leisecter and Queen Elizabeth I. The exhibits are offered on loan from various museums and collections.


Venue: Kenilworth Castle

Picturesque ruins with literary connection

Castle Green
Kenilworth,
CV8 1NE

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Phone: +44 1926 85 2078
Fax: +44 1926 85 1514
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Kenilworth Castle, to the south-east of Birmingham, was immortalised in Sir Walter Scott's novel of the same name. The sandstone castle is largely in ruins but remains picturesque nonetheless. Visitors can be entertained, as Queen Elizabeth I was, by an interactive display and audio tour. Special events include medieval entertainments and mock battles between Saxons and Vikings. Admission adults £3.50, concs £2.60, children £1.80

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Gatehouse Collection
Jan 1st, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009
The gatehouse of the Kenilworth Castle has been restored to its former glory and the top floor today houses a collection of artifacts, all related to the relationship between Sir Robert Dudley, Earl of Leisecter and Queen Elizabeth I. The exhibits are offered on loan from various museums and collections.


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