Bamburgh Castle
Home to the Kings of Northumbria this magnificent coastal castle was completely restored in 1900. Collections of china, porcelain, furniture, paintings, arms and armour. It is the home of the Armstrong family, and the building is all in use which maintains a welcoming lived-in atmosphere. A Royal Centre by AD547, the rocky outcrop has been occupied since the prehistoric period. The present fortress is the result of restoration and expansion over the centuries, a building of historic and general interest with the public tour passing through the museum room, grand kings hall, cross hall, armoury and the Victorian scullery. Live archaeology during July and August, complete with children's dig pit, a tea-room and gift shop.
Accessibility:
Vaqas Accreditation
VAQAS accreditation.
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction VAQAS
Awards
- Visit Britain Code of Practice 2008
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Adult | £7.00 |
| Concession | £6.00 |
| Child | £3.00 |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Road Directions
Travelling either north or south on the A1, take the B1342 (from North) or B1341 (from south). From the west take A697 to Wooler, then B6349 to Belford then B1342.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Berwick-upon-Tweed Station. From station take 411 bus service or 510 service. From Alnwick take either 401 or 501 service.
Facilities
Provider Features
- Indoor Attraction
- No Smoking Attraction
- Village Location - with fantastic beaches
Accessibility
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp / Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Parking & Transport
- Parking (charge) - £1
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant - Castle tea rooms seating 60 people. Advance party booking required for large groups.
Payment Methods
- Approx length of visit - allow at least 1 hour
- Delta accepted - Shop and tea-room only
- Groups Accepted - Pre-booking is essential for group visits outside of normal opening hours.
- Maestro accepted - shop and tea-room only
- MasterCard accepted - shop and tea-room only
- Max group size - 999
- Min group size - 15
- Special group rates
- Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
- Visa accepted - shop and tea-room only
Provider Facilities
- Printed Material in Foreign Languages
- Toilets
Target Markets
- Marketed Towards Children
- Marketed Towards Families
- Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
- Marketed Towards Students / Youth
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
Languages spoken
- Italian spoken - Tours in Italian possible
Printed Material in Foreign Languages
- German printed material
Bamburgh Castle
Northumberland
NE69 7DF
Tel: +44 01668 214515
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