Highcliffe Castle is absolutely worth a visit; other reviews talk about the gardens but on a very wet February day; inside was a ray of sunshine! The volunteers are amazingly knowledgeable and really happy to share their knowledge of all aspects of the history of the building and its more recent restoration. I’ve seen the outside of the building before but had no idea of where all the stones, windows, grotesques, stained glass came from … no spoilers here you’ll just have to visit yourself! I’d thoroughly recommend it. Easy parking and great cafe too

The castle is beautiful and has a nice cafe, with outside seating. There is a steep slope down to the beach. Beach was lovely and quiet. However, dogs were everywhere, and not everyone was clearing up after them or respectful of people without dogs. The slope from the beach back to the castle is steep but paved, with benches to stop and rest. Other areas of the castle grounds are hard to navigate, uneven, no pathway, and slippery. Also, in carpark, the disabled parking area is not hard paved.

I've attended a friend's wedding here aaaaand the first ever Dorset wine festival!! 🍷🎊🎉🍷🏰 Both times were stunning and spectacular. The grounds are truly just simply stunning, they have added the cafe pantry on the side since my friends wedding but I think this makes a good edition for everyday visits. With both events, the staff are consistent in ensuring every one is safe, cared for and just in general lovely and kind.... Which do you know what makes 80% of your day so well done guys! The vendors that attended the wine festival, both wine, jewellery, food stands, hot radio..... All of them were fabulous! The security at the wine festival were so friendly, chatty and not what most people expect from a security guard/ 'bouncer'. 🔐🔐 Truly a beautiful castle, stunning grounds and just perfect for weddings or any event, everyday trips with your fur babies for a coffee 🐾🐾🐾

It is a beautiful place to go as a family. walking through the castle gardens is lovely. The gallery inside the castles is impressive, the story it tells and the characters who lived there and visited the castle. In a way you can feel calm as it is a beautiful place to spend the day. The staff is made up of wonderful people who help and entertain children at all times. Wanting a place to visit and de-stress, Highlife Castle is unique.

The building was very interesting. It showed the fabric of the house as it was built and after the disastrous fire that did immense damage. The tour around was on even floors and suspended walkways that didn't do further damage to the masonry. The history of the building was well resented on information boards. Children were well catered for and the cafe was a welcome coffee stop. Well worth a visit and the semi restored areas looked great for weddings and special occasions. Grounds were pretty and there was a short walk to the beach.