Hazlewood Castle
North Yorkshire, England
Photo: Ian S, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Gallery: Chris Heaton, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Key facts
- Operator
- Hazlewood Castle & Spa (hotel)
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Hotel guests only
- Nearest station
- Church Fenton, 4.1 miles (straight-line)
- Stays
- Overnight accommodation available
- Note
- Medieval-core castle hotel and spa
Pinpoint
Hazlewood Castle, 1 Paradise Ln, Leeds, Tadcaster LS24 9NJ
Telephone 01937 535353
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Saturday | 7:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | 7:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
A medieval-core building now run as a hotel and spa, with grounds where peacocks roam freely among the woodland. Reviews are mixed on the service - some guests call the staff warm and attentive, others find it inconsistent for what's marketed as a four-star stay - but the building's history is real, even if the current experience is squarely that of a hotel rather than a heritage attraction.
At a glance
Worth the trip
The grounds - roaming peacocks and woodland walks get more consistent praise across reviews than the hotel service itself.
Before you go
It's hotel-guests-only, so there's no separate historic-site visit here; reviews are split on service consistency, so it's worth reading recent guest feedback before booking a stay specifically for the castle experience.
What visitors say
Hazlewood Castle reviews · 4.3 / 5 across 1,370 Google reviews
Most reviewers had a very positive stay at Hazlewood, praising the food (repeatedly singled out as excellent), comfortable rooms, and friendly, attentive staff, with several mentioning the spa as a nice touch.
One reviewer had a distinctly different experience, describing cold and unwelcoming service and finding the room hadn't been properly cleaned before their stay.
The consensus leans strongly positive, but that one account is worth noting given how sharply it contrasts with the rest.
“It's been a great experience.”- S Yo, visitor review
Within reach of Leeds (10 miles) - see what else is nearby.
Weddings at Hazlewood Castle
Hazlewood Castle is on our wedding roll because Hazlewood Castle & Spa (hotel) mentions weddings on their own site. Visit their site.
Comparing options? See every castle wedding venue in England, or the full UK wedding roll.
Dates, capacity, licensing and exclusivity change constantly and we hold none of it - treat this as a starting point and speak to the venue before you plan anything around it.
History
late 13th century
The Vavasour family owned the site from 1086 through the Domesday Book and held it for over 900 years. A fortified house was built towards the end of the 13th century and crenellated in 1290. The house was substantially modernised in the 18th century and sold in 1908.
Adapted from this castle's Wikipedia article, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Facilities
- “No pool to lounge in and an expensive cafe/restaurant to eat at.” - Daniel
Common questions about Hazlewood Castle
Where is Hazlewood Castle?
Hazlewood Castle is in North Yorkshire, England, at Hazlewood Castle, 1 Paradise Ln, Leeds, Tadcaster LS24 9NJ.
Can you visit Hazlewood Castle?
Hazlewood Castle operates as a hotel, so access is normally for staying guests rather than day visitors. Contact the hotel directly about staying or visiting.
Can you stay overnight at Hazlewood Castle?
Yes - Hazlewood Castle offers bookable accommodation, so you can spend the night in the castle itself or within its grounds. See the Castles You Can Sleep In guide for the full list and how each stay works.
What is the highlight of visiting Hazlewood Castle?
The grounds - roaming peacocks and woodland walks get more consistent praise across reviews than the hotel service itself.
Is Hazlewood Castle a ruin or still intact?
Hazlewood Castle is largely intact - Medieval-core castle hotel and spa.
