Belvoir Castle, Gothic Revival castle in Leicestershire, England.
Belvoir Castle is a stately home in Leicestershire perched on a hilltop above the Vale of Belvoir, designed with four corner towers and a central section that echoes Windsor Castle. The interior features state rooms with wood paneling, collections of porcelain and tapestries, and a library with gilded shelving.
The first Norman fortification rose in 1067 after William the Conqueror claimed England. The present building is the fifth structure on this site, following earlier castles destroyed in the 17th-century civil war and rebuilt in later periods.
The name comes from Norman-French meaning "beautiful view", referring to the wide sight over the valleys below. The estate still serves as residence for the ducal family and hosts social gatherings throughout the year.
The estate opens its doors for guided tours through the state rooms, gardens, and Root House, with times varying by season. Visitors should bring sturdy footwear for the garden paths and plan around two hours for the indoor tour.
Natural springs in the park formed by glacial moraines create an amphitheater setting in the surrounding landscape. The building served as backdrop for several period films and television productions, including scenes for royal dramas.
Location: Belvoir
Inception: 1067
Architects: James Wyatt
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
Address: Belvoir Castle, Grantham, Leicestershire, NG32 1PE
Website: http://belvoircastle.com
GPS coordinates: 52.89450,-0.78256
Latest update: December 12, 2025 23:22
Briery Wood Heronry, Belvoir
977 m
Belvoir Gardens
1.5 km
Sculpture Depicting Autumn In Belvoir Castle Sculpture Garden (one Of Seven Statues)
76 m
Sculpture Depicting Ceres In Belvoir Castle Sculpture Garden (one Of Seven Statues)
96 m
Exercise Ring Within Belvoir Castle Stable Yard
267 m
Main Stables 200 Metres North East Of Belvoir Castle
283 m
Sculpture Depicting Summer In Belvoir Castle Sculpture Garden (one Of Seven Statues)
76 m
Sculpture Depicting Winter In Belvoir Castle Sculpture Garden (one Of Seven Statues)
85 m
Mausoleum 450 Metres South West Of Belvoir Castle
432 m
Secondary Stables At Belvoir Castle, 20 Metres North East Of Main Stables
317 m
Garden House 450 Metres East Of Belvoir Castle
504 m
Sculpture Of Juno In Belvoir Castle Sculpture Garden (one Of Seven Statues)
96 m
Sculpture Depicting Spring In Belvoir Castle Sculpture Garden (one Of Seven Statues)
86 m
Sculpture Depicting Pomona In Belvoir Castle Sculpture Garden (one Of Seven Statues)
96 m
Brewery Row, 25 Metres South East Of Main Stables To Belvoir Castle
312 m
Summerhouse In Spring Gardens At Belvoir Castle
413 m
Ice House 50 Metres North Of Belvoir Castle
81 m
Walled Kitchen Garden To Belvoir Castle, Immediately South Of The Garden House
455 m
Hunt Kennels 1200 Metres South East Of Belvoir Castle
1.2 km
The Court House
453 m
Dairy Cottage 250 Metres South Of Belvoir Castle
222 m
Bridge Between Upper And Lower Lakes 1350 Metres South East Of Belvoir Castle
1.3 km
House 15 Metres South Of Main Stables To Belvoir Castle
276 m
Blackberry Hill
855 m
Work of art
265 m
Train
254 m
Horse and Caravan
275 m
Scenic viewpoint
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