Sudeley Castle and Gardens near Winchcombe

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Sudeley Castle and Gardens

Katherine Parr (1512-1548) was the sixth and final wife of King Henry VIII of England. She was the only of his wives to survive him.

Katherine Parr died on 5 September 1548, eight days after giving birth to a daughter, Mary. Katherine Parr is buried in St. Mary's Chapel on the grounds of Sudeley Castle in Gloucestershire,.

Today, Katherine Parr's tomb is a popular tourist attraction at Sudeley Castle. She is the only English queen to be buried on private land.

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Sudeley Castle and Gardens is a privately owned residence, not English Heritage or National Trust.

However, Sudeley Castle is a member of Historic Houses and their members receive free standard admission.

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The Cotswold Way National Trail is 102 miles (164 km) long and runs from Chipping Campden in the north to the World Heritage City of Bath in the south

The route passes through many picturesque villages and close to a significant number of historic sites, including the Roman heritage at Bath, the Neolithic burial chamber at Belas Knap, Sudeley Castle near Winchcombe, Hailes Abbey and many beautiful churches and historic houses.

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Queen Katherine Parr, the last and surviving wife of King Henry VIII, who lived and died in the castle is buried in the Castle's church, making Sudeley the only privately owned castle in the world to have a Queen of England buried in its grounds.

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Dogs (except service dogs) are not permitted within the gardens of Sudeley Castle.

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Sudeley Castle

Sudeley Castle is owned by Lady Ashcombe and her two children - Henry and Mollie Dent-Brocklehurst.

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