The Kitchens
In 1840, the main Castle Kitchen was incorporated into the new south wing. Previously, the kitchens were located below the main steps at the front of the Castle.

With their great cast iron ranges, the kitchens continued in use much as they appear today until the end of World War II, when the Castle housed a girls' school. The Scullery, too, is much as it was.

In its heyday, the Castle burned a ton of coal every day and had a resident staff of forty.

The Laundries
Beyond the kitchens are wet and dry laundries, complete with washtubs, mangles and scrubbing boards.

These have been recreated on a smaller scale than the originals to show how these activities were carried out in the days before washing machines and tumble driers.

Needless to say, the kitchens and laundries are a great favourite with our visitors - young and old alike!