Bamburgh Castle
Bamburgh, Northumberland
Bamburgh Castle is located in the village of Bamburgh and is arguably one of the most iconic locations in the North East; it is an impressive castle which stands dramatically above the Northumberland coastline and its earliest records suggest it dates back to around the 6th century. It was once known as ‘Bebbanburg’ by the Anglo-Saxons and the location was chosen as the capital of Northumbria, one of the seven kingdoms. The castle has been involved in many battles and has been destroyed and rebuilt a number of times.
In more recent history, the castle has been featured in a number of films and tv shows, including ‘Transformers: The Last Knight’, ‘The BFG’, and ‘The Last Kingdom’. The castle is currently owned by the Armstrong family and has been within the family since 1894, when William Armstrong purchased the property for £60,000; nowadays, the Armstrong family welcome thousands of visitors every year to discover its incredible history. If you don’t want a day out within the castle walls, then there’s plenty of opportunity to enjoy the view from the sandy Bamburgh Beach.
Nearby attractions: Alnwick Castle and Dunstanburgh Castle.
Prices
It is recommended to purchase tickets online prior to arrival, however, it is also possible to purchase tickets at the gate. Bamburgh Castle ground ticket prices are as follows:
- Adult – £6
- Children (5-16) – £3
- Family (2 adults and up to 3 children) – £16
- Children under 5 – Free
- Dogs – Free
Parking
There is parking at Bamburgh Castle and it costs £3 for the entire day. You can use the postcode NE69 7DF to get to the castle.
If you just want to get to the beach at Bamburgh and enjoy views from there, then there is a small car park very close to the sandy beach. Parking is free, however, spaces are limited. You’ll find the car park on the right around half a mile down ‘The Wynding’. You can use the postcode NE69 7DD.
**Prices correct as of April 2021**
