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About Tamworth Castle Pleasure Grounds
Welcome to Tamworth Castle Pleasure Grounds, a versatile outdoor venue surrounding the historic Tamworth Castle. Formerly known as Riverdrive, the grounds were renamed Castle Pleasure Grounds by Tamworth Borough Council. This public park is ideal for outdoor performances, markets, fairs, and community events, with a charming setting that blends medieval history with green space for picnics and gatherings. The bandstand in the grounds can be hired for small concerts, and open lawns provide flexible layouts for vendors, performances, and family activities.
Situated in the heart of Tamworth, the Castle Pleasure Grounds are easy to reach by rail, bus, or car, with nearby hotels and dining options to support a convenient event visit. We’ve got you covered with practical details on parking, transportation, seating options, and nearby accommodations so you can secure your seats and plan with confidence.
Parking and transport
Closest parking options include the Jolly Sailor car park (B78 3JJ) and Castle car park. The grounds offer 30 minutes of free parking in some areas, with PayByPhone and phone payments supported for added convenience. Tamworth railway station is about a 10-minute walk away, making it easy to arrive by train. Arriva bus services operate in the area, providing flexible connections to the town center and surrounding neighborhoods.
Seating and venue details
The on-site bandstand provides a dedicated performance area suitable for small concerts and community entertainments. The open green spaces around the Castle Pleasure Grounds are ideal for picnics, audience seating on blankets or portable chairs, and vendor setups for markets and festivals. For event organizers, the space can be arranged to accommodate standing room, seated audiences, and family-friendly layouts depending on the day’s schedule.
Nearby hotels and dining
The Castle Hotel Tamworth, located on Lady Bank near the Castle Grounds, offers accommodation and event facilities close to the venue. For guests seeking dining options, we recommend affiliate partner restaurants and hotels in the Tamworth area to enhance your visit. We’ll share trusted partner recommendations to help you book convenient, comfortable stays and meals during event weekends.
Notable events
Keep an eye on Living History Days at Tamworth Castle and community events and markets hosted on the Castle Pleasure Grounds, such as the Food Gusto Tamworth Festival. Each event date is treated as a standalone experience, with details published for the specific day of activity.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location/address: Castle Grounds near Tamworth Castle, The Holloway, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 7NA (Castle address) and Castle Pleasure Grounds postcode B79 7ND (parking reference).
- Venue type: public park/grounds surrounding a medieval castle; used for events and outdoor performances.
- Renaming: Riverdrive renamed to Castle Pleasure Grounds (Castle Pleasure Grounds) by Tamworth Borough Council.
- Facilities: bandstand in the grounds that can be hired for small concerts; open green spaces for events and picnics.
- Parking: closest options include Jolly Sailor car park (B78 3JJ) and Castle car park; 30 minutes free parking introduced; PayByPhone/phone payments supported.
- Transit: Tamworth railway station is about a 10-minute walk; Arriva bus services operate in the area.
- Notable events: Living History Days at Tamworth Castle; events and markets held on the Castle Pleasure Grounds (e.g., Food Gusto Tamworth Festival).
- Nearby hotel: The Castle Hotel Tamworth (Lady Bank, near the Castle Grounds) provides accommodation and event facilities.