Bishop's Castle - BBC News
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www.bbc.comBishop Castle has recently been in the news due to family-led plans to continue expansions after the founder’s death in late 2024. The current owner’s son expressed intentions to extend Roy’s Tower and improve the grounds, while keeping the site open to visitors with a donation-supported model. A memorial for Jim Bishop was also announced for mid-2025, with dates shared on the castle’s social media channels.
Key updates you might want to know:
- Ongoing development: Dan Bishop plans to add a ~30-foot extension to Roy’s Tower, connect it via a bridge, and enhance landscaping and interior finishes, though progress has depended on seasonal conditions.
- Access and operations: The castle remains open to visitors on an enter-at-your-own-risk basis, with donations requested to support maintenance.
- Memorial: A family-planned memorial for Jim Bishop was anticipated around June–July 2025, with specific dates to be posted on Bishop Castle’s social platforms.
For broader context, Bishop Castle has previously recovered quickly after a 2018 fire that destroyed a gift shop and guest house, with the site reopening soon after and continuing to grow as a folk-art landmark.