Warkworth Castle

The magnificent keep of Warkworth dominates one of the most impressive fortresses in northern England, dating back to the 12th century.
Accessibility:
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Small Visitor Attraction of the Year Bronze 2008
- Visit Britain Code of Practice 2008
Opening Times
| 01/11/2008 - 31/03/2009 |
| Day | Times |
| Monday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Bank Holiday | Closed |
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|
| Family (Castle) | £10.00 |
| Adult (Castle) | £4.00 |
| Concession (Castle) | £3.20 |
| Adult (Hermitage) | £3.00 |
| Child (Castle) | £2.00 |
| Child (Hermitage) | Free |
| Concession (Hermitage) | Free |
| English Heritage member | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Road Directions
Take the A1, then the A1068
Public Transport Directions
Train access: Alnmouth 3.5 miles.
Bus access: Arriva 518 Newcastle-Alnwick
Facilities
Accessibility
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - Audio Tour with hearing loop available.
- Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Special audio tour available.
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors - Disabled visitors may be set down on tarmac area beside bridge. Parking is 30m from entrance via gravel, grass, bridge slats and step (assistance is available for step).
- Ramp / Level Access - Step at entrance, ramp available from custodian.
Access to bailey mostly on compacted gravel and grass surface. Keep only accessible up wide staircase. One staircase inside with handrail. Good vantage point in bailey.
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Parking & Transport
- On site parking - 30m from entrance.
Catering
Payment Methods
- Groups Accepted
- Max group size - 200
- Min group size - 11
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
- Visa accepted
Provider Facilities
- Dogs Accepted - Dogs allowed on leads (restricted areas only).
- Toilets
Target Markets
- Family Fun
- Marketed Towards Children
- Marketed Towards Families
- Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted