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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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Jan 24, 2025
This castle was on my husbands and I list as fans of The last Kingdom. Beautiful well maintained castle with breathtaking views. Great history lesson. Our only disappointment was that The last King… Full review by Allison B
Jan 17, 2025
Visited the castle on a cold and crisp morning. Staff were polite and knowledgable. My man proposed with the castle as our backdrop and we couldn’t be happier with our memorable day. Full review by Excursion800182
Jan 13, 2025
A brilliant castle for history and castle enthusiasts with a dash of more modern history included in the castle's internal museum. Stunning views, plenty of spaces to explore, a fantastic Christmas t… Full review by Culture28832737044

Facts

Construction completed:11th century

Questions & answers

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can I use my English heritage card here
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No, you can't use an English Heritage card at Bamburgh Castle because it's not part of English Heritage. However, you can use a Historic Houses Association (HHA) card at Bamburgh Castle
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can i use my national trust card
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I dont believe so.
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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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Probably too late to help you = I seldom check Alerts; I am sorry. The guard at the parking lot called for a golf cart which took my husband/myself right up to the center court. I …
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Probably too late to help you = I seldom check Alerts; I am sorry. The guard at the parking lot called for a golf cart which took my husband/myself right up to the center court. I hope you were able to see the castle; it is really interesting.
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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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