Bamburgh Castle, Grade I listed castle in Bamburgh, England
The castle stands on a basalt outcrop by the North Sea, featuring Norman architecture with massive stone walls and defensive fortifications.
The site began as a Celtic fort called Din Guarie in 420, then Vikings destroyed it in 993 before Normans built the current structure.
The Armstrong Museum within the castle exhibits engines, aviation pieces, and artillery from both World Wars, reflecting regional military heritage.
The castle operates daily tours, offering access to state rooms, dungeons, and ramparts, with limited facilities for wheelchair users.
Archaeological excavations since 1960 uncovered the Bamburgh Beast and Bamburgh Sword, indicating medieval metalworking at the site.
Location: Bamburgh
Architectural style: Norman architecture
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Address: Bamburgh Castle, Bamburgh NE69 7DF NE69 7DF
Website: http://bamburghcastle.com
GPS coordinates: 55.60936,-1.71100
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:04
St Aidan's Church, Bamburgh
476 m
Monument To Grace Darling Circa 30 Yards West Of Church Of St Aidan
539 m
Bamburgh Dunes
526 m
Grace Darling Museum
524 m
The Lord Crewe Arms
274 m
The Castle Hotel
437 m
The Post Office
312 m
Windmill At North End Of Bamburgh Castle
132 m
The Village Store
293 m
Farmbuildings Circa 50 Yards North East Of Bamburgh Hall
385 m
Dovecote circa 50 yards south of Armstrong House
324 m
Armstrong House
266 m
Churchyard Wall And Gateway East And South Of Church Of St Aidan
454 m
Walled Garden At West End Of The Grove
509 m
9 And 10, Front Street
414 m
17-22, Front Street
349 m
Mackenzie And Robb Graves Circa 50 Yards South West Of Church Of At Aidan
539 m
The Toby Jug Restaurant
259 m
8, Front Street
423 m
The Village House
407 m
12 And 13, Front Street
391 m
Bamburgh Hall
437 m
Pant And Trough At East End Of The Grove
342 m
1-7, The Wynding
320 m
Garden Wall Attached To South Of Number 16 (Bamburgh House)
396 m
Blacksmiths Forge
527 m
Wynding House
267 m
Bamburgh House
399 mReviews
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