Imagine D&D Heaven. Well-prepared, top-tier Dungeon Masters, invested players, iconic monsters, custom minis, epic terrain, and unforgettable Campaigns, and immersive fantastical settings - all await you at D&D in a Castle. D&D in a Castle is a 4-day luxury, all-inclusive tabletop gaming retreat. Guests eat, sleep and game in the Castle for 4 days and nights. Every Player guest joins a 24-hour Campaign with a world-class professional Dungeon Master and up to 5 other guests for 8 hours a day. During the remaining hours, guests can choose between One-Shot games and other Side Quests, such as game-related crafting, workshops, panels and outdoor games. All meals are prepared by the Castle's own chefs, and guests stay in the guest rooms of the Castle, which is also a luxury hotel.
Where is D&D in a Castle?
November 10 - 14, 2025, UK
Ropery Ln, Chester-le-Street DH3 4NX, UK
How to Register for D&D in a Castle
Tickets to D&D in a Castle come in two parts: Registration and Accommodation. Registration is priced per-person and one registration is required for each individual guest. Accommodation is priced per room, not per guest. It only needs to be paid for once even if there are two people staying in it. All purchases are refundable for 7 days, per our terms and conditions. Protect your purchase against emergency cancellations with a Refundable Booking option.
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Registration includes: all meals, gaming, entertainment and activities, and use of the airport and train station shuttle.
Registration has four different types.
Player Registration: Comes with all meals, entertainment, one-shots, side quests, and a seat in a 24-hour Campaign at the 4-day event. $3,250 per player.
Hardcore Mode Registration: For the extreme D&D lover. Play an extra 12 hours of Campaign time. Comes with all meals, entertainment, one-shots, side quests, and a seat in a 36-hour campaign at the 4-day event. $4,000 per Hardcore Mode player.
Chronicle Mode Registration: Embark on an epic double-round adventure spanning two full events, weaving a continuous saga with your DM and fellow players. Comes with all meals, entertainment, one-shots, side quests, and a seat in a 48+ hour campaign over 8 days of both D&D in a Castle Autumn Events. Read about the Chronicle Mode Campaign “Immortal” by Mike Tinney that spans both rounds! Chronicle Mode Registration also covers accommodation and meals between rounds (Nov. 7-10). $8,050 per Chronicle Mode player.
Family Mode Registration (For Ages 14-17 and their Chaperone Adult): Comes with all meals, a seat in a 24-hour campaigns at the 4-day event, all activities and one-shots. Youth Players must have a chaperone register as a Family Mode guest as well. Family Mode Players will be assigned to a table with other Family Mode Players. The minimum age for attending D&D in a Castle is 14. $3,250 per Family Mode player.
Companion Mode Registration: All meals, entertainment, side quests, and one-shots except a Campaign. $2050 per Companion Mode guest.
After adding your registration(s) to your cart, be sure to add accommodation to your purchase so you have a place to stay on site at the castle!
Chronicle Mode Guests must purchase accommodation for EACH of the Rounds of the Double Round Campaign at D&D in a Castle. Chronicle Mode Registration also covers accommodation and meals between rounds (Nov. 7-10)
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When you purchase a room, you purchase the use of the whole private room. You and anyone attending with you can share that room, as long as you do not exceed the capacity of the room as listed. The only exception is the “Shared Room” option which is for guests travelling solo who want to be paired by us with another solo guest as a roommate, to share the cost of the room.
Some private rooms have space to add extra beds to increase the capacity from 2 to 3 or 4 with a fee of $100 per night. You can email us any time to increase the capacity and we will bill you for the upgrade.
Courtyard Room: a character-full, and sometimes quirky, room in the buildings attached to the castle with historical features. One queen bed, sleeps up to 2. One queen bed, sleeps up to 2.
Courtyard Room, Twinnable: a Courtyard Room with either two twin beds or one king bed, sleeps 2. Please communicate your bed set-up request to contact@dndinacastle.coms .
Castle Room: a beautiful room in the Castle keep.
Castle Room, Twin: a Castle Room with two twin beds, sleeps 2.
Deluxe Courtyard Room, Twinnable: a modernized twinnable Courtyard Room with a some extra space and decor. Please communicate your bed set-up request to contact@dndinacastle.com .
Deluxe Castle Room, Twinnable: a luxurious twinnable room within the Castle keep. Please communicate your bed set-up request to contact@dndinacastle.com .
Courtyard State Room: make your Courtyard Room a grand and stately one, with four-poster bed and plenty of character and space.
Castle State Room: enjoy one of few luxurious State Rooms within the Castle Keep. (Note that castle state rooms have quirky features due to the historic nature of the Castle.)
Bishop's Suite: stay in one of the grandest and most beautiful suites in the Castle, with four-poster bed, separate lounge area, plenty of space and a beautiful view.
Queen Anne Suite: stay in one of the most grand and beautiful suites in the Castle, which has hosted nobility and royals alike throughout history. Now with an added reception room, this grand and beautiful suite in the Castle includes period features, a four-poster bed, separate lounge area, and plenty of space.
King James Suite: the most royal room you can stay in at Lumley Castle. a converted chapel, this room was built to accommodate King James VI (aka King James I) when he travelled to London to be crowned.
Shared Room: a solo guest may opt to share a twinned bed room with another (unknown or known) registrant by selecting this room.
*The Shared Room (capacity of 1) option is the only option for which the whole room is NOT purchased. Instead guests are purchasing one bed in a shared room with another guest (stranger or friend) who purchases the same Shared Room option. If you would like to share with someone specific, please email us at contact@dndinacastle.com
With a registration and accommodation purchase, your Booking is Complete.
Customise your experience at D&D in a Castle with the additional options below.
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Each Player Registration may at any time reserve seats in the Campaign of their choice, subject to space.* If you do not reserve a seat, we will assign you to a Campaign 2 months before the event. Seat Reservations are per person. If you have multiple registrations and only one reservation is made, the remaining guests will remain as unspecified and be assigned to a Campaign 2 months before the event.
*Hardcore Mode, Chronicle Mode, and Family Mode Registrants cannot reserve a seat this way; their tables are already specified.
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Upgrade your booking for each guest and receive a 100% refund if you cannot attend for one of the many reasons in our Refundable Booking Terms and Conditions, which you accept when you select a Refundable Booking.
Illness / Injury
Pre-existing Medical Condition
Pregnancy Complication
Death of Immediate Family
Public Transport Failure
Flight disruption
Mechanical Breakdown
Adverse Weather
Home Emergency
Theft of Documents
Jury Service
Court Summons
Armed Forces & Emergency Services Recall
Relocated for Work
Changes to Examination Dates
Registration Details
Meals: Expect a delightful range of meals, from hearty breakfasts to grand evening feasts, catering to various dietary needs. All meals are included in Registration, as well as in-game refreshments and soft drinks.
Accessibility: Please communicate with us about your accessibility needs so we can ensure your room fits best for you.
Travel: Detailed travel information provided after ticket purchase. Port of Call is Newcastle Upon Tyne Airport or Train Station. More location information: dndincastle.com/the-castles#castle-grimsorrow
Age: D&D in a Castle is designed for adults. The minimum age for registration is 18 years. If you would like to inquire about youth registration (minimum age of 14 years), please contact us at contact@dndinacastle.com.
