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History

Mont Orgueil Tour

Want to find out more about the Castle's history? Take a free tour with one of our volunteer guides

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1 January 2024 - 31 December 2024
Mont Orgeuil Castle

Tours last approx. 1 hour. Our tours are free of charge (normal entry fee applies).

The meeting point for your tour is the ticket desk.

Tours are subject to change, if a tour is to to be the highlight of your visit to Mont Orgueil Castle please call +44 (0)1534 853 292 to confirm the site tour is going ahead.

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Monday at 11am
Tuesday at 10.30am
Wednesday at 10.30am and 2.30pm
Thursday at 11am
Friday at 11am
Sunday at 11am

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