Bamburgh Castle Northumbria

Bamburgh Castle    

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Explore the castle and discover more about this iconic building by clicking the different areas with your mouse. The great fortification of Bamburgh Castle sits on an outcrop of volcanic dolerite. Known …
Explore the castle and discover more about this iconic building by clicking the different areas with your mouse. The great fortification of Bamburgh Castle sits on an outcrop of volcanic dolerite. Known locally as whinstone for the sound it makes when hit by a stonemasons hammer, it provides a natural throne upon which the castle sits forty five metres above sea level.

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Apr 23, 2025
Stunning castle and views! So much to see here and the views from all sides of the castle are spectacular, we came on a sunny day and it could have been abroad. Loved it!Full review by Kirsty38
Apr 21, 2025
WOW! What a stunning place, location, views and history are amazing. Entry price is well worth it, tours are available but is just as easy to self-tour as there are multiple information boards in the…Full review by Titch265
Apr 15, 2025
From beginning to end this was a brilliant day. Greeted by very friendly helpful staff this castle set in stunning scenery was the setting for " The Last Kingdom Display and tour . Our tour guide was…Full review by nigel r
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The magnificent coastal setting of this completely restored medieval castle, once the cradle of power of the Kings of Northumbria i…
cityseeker.com
Bamburgh Castle is an imposing castle located on the coast at Bamburgh in Northumberland, England. It is a Grade I listed building. Built o…
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Facts

Owner:Armstrong family
Construction completed:11th century

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can I use my English heritage card here
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You would need to check on their website but I dont think so. It is a private Castle.
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can i use my national trust card
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Sadly no you can't use that car. Its Historic Houses you would need to get in
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Can you give me some information about bamburgh Town centre does anyone have mobility scooter for hire for my …
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Can you give me some information about bamburgh Town centre does anyone have mobility scooter for hire for my wife and me please help me with some information about the loan of scooters ASAP
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Bamburgh is a small village not a town Best bet is to contact the Castle. They had a little golf buggy to take people with issues up the hill to the Castle but not sure about mobility scooters …
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Bamburgh is a small village not a town Best bet is to contact the Castle. They had a little golf buggy to take people with issues up the hill to the Castle but not sure about mobility scooters for hire. Next town along is Seahouses you could check if they have a place to hire scooters.
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Can you give me some information about bamburgh Town centre does anyone have mobility scooter for hire for my …
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Can you give me some information about bamburgh Town centre does anyone have mobility scooter for hire for my wife and me please help me with some information about the loan of scooters ASAP
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Hi I’m so sorry but I’m not sure but I did notice that the was golf carts that the older generation had paid for to get around the ground but not sure if you contact the castle or someone else
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Is there a place I can store my luggage while I tour? I have a small roll bag and backpack. Thanks
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I'm sorry but I can't remember if there is a place where you can leave luggage. The ony thing I can advise is that you ask the team at the entrance where you buy tickets.
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