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Bamburgh Castle, Scottish Borders
Bamburgh Castle

Bamburgh Castle

Things to do in Northumberland Scottish Borders
Historical-Buildings in Scotland

Description:
Dominating the Northumberland coastline, south of Lindisfarne, Bamburgh Castle is the home of the Armstrong family. Open to the public are the King�s Hall, the Cross hall, reception rooms, the Bakehouse as well as the Armoury and the Dungeon. Restored many times, the original castle dates from Anglo-Saxon times. At present, the Bamburgh Research Project is excavating near to the castle, investigating the story of the area through the last 3000 years.

Ownership:
Private � home of the Armstrong family.

Situation
OS ref: NU 184351

How to get there:
By car: Turn off the A1 about 13 miles south of Berwick-upon-Tweed, just south of Belford and travel along the B1342 about 5 miles to Bamburgh Village. Castle just beyond the Village � visible for miles.
By public transport:
Regular bus service from Berwick-upon-Tweed to the village.

Seasonal opening details (2005):
12th March to 31st October inclusive.

Opening Hours:
Daily opening 11am to 4.30pm.

Facilities:
Car park � opens at 10.30am.
Public Tours arranged for groups of 12 or more.

Admission:
Individuals: Adults �5.50, Children �2.50, OAP�s �4.50. Under 6 years old - free.
Groups Rates available.

Contact:
Administrator Tel:01668 214515

Attached attractions:
The Bamburgh Research Project.
Shop.
Tearoom.

Other Attractions in the Area:
St Aidan�s Parish Church, Bamburgh
Grace Darling Memorial and Museum.

Additional info:
Licensed for civil marriage ceremonies.

Web links:
Bamburgh Castle
Bamburgh Castle Research Project

Places to stay nearby:
Northumberland
Berwick

Local towns and villages:
Bamburgh
Berwick-upon-Tweed


Bamburgh Castle, England