Does anyone have a rough idea for when tickets for the spring opening of Highclere castle typically go on sale? I'll be heading back to London in late April/early May, and it seems based on historical trends that I might get lucky and be there when Highclere is open. My mom and I are big Downton Abbey fans so I'd love to snag tickets for us if the stars align!
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Tresana, Highlands Ranch, CO, USA
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You might consider a tour. About five years we took a tour. Took most of the day. The bus picked us up on the west side of London at a tube stop. Went first to the castle with a very informative tour of the facility, had some free time to wonder, and, I think we had lunch but that is not strong memory. Re-boarded the bus for about an hour drive to a little village where all of the village scenes, the church, the library, doctor's office, etc. and other site locations are shot. That was super interesting. In Downton Abbey those scenes are next door --- but they are not. Finally returned to London later afternoon. A great experience.
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It is not overrated nor does it disappoint!!! Are you trying to get tickets for the May bank holiday in early May? Spring opening is the 2 weeks at Easter. Hope you get tickets when they go on sale!