We are headed to Highclere Castle in August 2026. Any suggestions from fellow travelers who may have stayed near this place?
I think most people, including me, have visited Highclere as a daytrip from London.
There is a list of suggestions on their website:
https://www.highclerecastle.co.uk/visit-us/where-to-stay
If you don’t get any recommendations here, I suggest you search for hotels in Newbury so you can see what’s available.
I can't help with a hotel suggestion, but I will say Highclere does not disappoint! We were there in 2017 at the height of Downton, but yet it definitely wasn't crowded and we could meander though the castle at our leisure. Not sure if that's still true. Enjoy your visit!
I visited Highclere Castle in 2022 and stayed at the Canarvon Arms. It's only about a mile from Highclere. I walked to and from the castle during my visit. If you arrive in Newbury by train, you will need to book a cab to take you to the hotel. I used Ave Cabs. They were very reliable. I would book in advance, the driver said they get very busy on weekends. I also had a wonderful Sunday roast in their restaurant.
I hope you enjoy Highclere as much as I did. It definitely did not disappoint
We will be traveling down from Edinburgh to Highclere so we won't be coming in from London. Thanks to all for your kind suggestions.