Fonthill Castle Doylestown PA

Fonthill Castle

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Tripadvisor (550) · Museum in Doylestown, United States
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The Bucks County Historical Society (BCHS), a private nonprofit organization, is a unique cultural and educational institution that operates the …

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4.5/5 · 550 reviews
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Nov 20, 2024
Highly recommend this place. It's beautiful and unique. Went on the tour here and I happened to be the only person so I was able to take lots of pics along the way. Joe was my tour guide and he was v… Full review by john a
Nov 11, 2024
I can't believe it's taken me so long to discover this historic gem! The life and times of Henry Mercer Chapman is so incredibly interesting. He was truly a Renaissance of the early 1900's. His ta… Full review by HappyCamper917
Oct 28, 2024
This place is breathtaking. After going on a tour here I tried finding other castles and was shocked to see the shortage. It made me realize how lucky I am to only live 40min away. My tour guide was… Full review by Jessica P
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Having once served as the residence of Henry Chapman Mercer, a prominent archaeologist, Fonthill Castle is a study in architectural gran…
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Facts

Located:Doylestown, Pennsylvania
Construction completed:1908
Architect:Dr. Henry C. Mercer
Architectural style:Mixed (more Than 2 Styles From Different Periods)

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is this acceptable for handicapped person? walker bound
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No. The castle would not be easy to navigate with a walker. There are a lot of stairs. Some are curved staircases. There is no elevator available. Walkways are narrow.
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Is this open this saturday. Can we do a day trip tour then? How much does it cost?
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All of our up-to-date daily schedules and ticket information are available on our website.
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Answer by Mercer M · Feb 4, 2021
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Hi are there many steps in the castle. And are the steps challenging meaning uneven or narrow or winding?
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The castle has winding stairs and the steps are not all even. The railings are not substantial railings that you might expect but did provide something to grab onto in most places. Don't …
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The castle has winding stairs and the steps are not all even. The railings are not substantial railings that you might expect but did provide something to grab onto in most places. Don't know how limited your mobility is but it is a unique place to see, even if you can't get to all the upper floors.
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Is it wheel chair acessible
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Oh dear! I am very sorry to say that this place is definitely not wheel chair accessible. In fact, the uneven steps and small stairs which make this place unique and special make it …
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Oh dear! I am very sorry to say that this place is definitely not wheel chair accessible. In fact, the uneven steps and small stairs which make this place unique and special make it challenging for many people who do not use a wheel chair. You could probably get into the tiny vestibule to have a look around, but would not be able to do a tour.
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Is this attraction dog friendly?
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I believe they can be on the grounds, but not actually in the castle. You can always check out their website for more information.
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