You should arrive 30mins before your selected ticket time as the castle is a 20-30 minute walk from the car park.
All arrivals are via the car park just off the southbound A1 and there is also a pedestrian entrance to the gardens from Hillsborough village.
You will be met at the state entrance to the castle.
Most visitors spend about 45 minutes inside the castle.
Your ticket includes all day access to the gardens.
Children under 5 do not need a ticket and enter free of charge.
Please have your ticket ready to show either pre-printed or on a mobile device.
HRP Members - members no longer need to pre-book a ticket for Hillsborough Castle and Gardens. Simply show your membership card for free entry or show your confirmation email if your card is on its way.