Drumburgh Castle

Drumburgh Castle is a medieval peel tower constructed from squared and coursed red sandstone with a chamfered plinth and three distinct floor levels. The structure demonstrates thick-walled defensive construction techniques typical of towers built during this period.

Robert le Brun received permission to build the castle in 1307, utilizing materials from Hadrian's Wall for its construction. The reuse of Roman stone reflects practical building methods common in the medieval border region.

The entrance displays carved stone eagle finials and the Dacre family coat of arms, representing the architectural preferences of northern English nobility.

The entrance features an iron-studded oak door set within an original pointed-arched and chamfered surround. Visitors should be aware that the tower's narrow spiral staircase has limited passage width and sturdy footwear is recommended.

The tower's stone blocks incorporate remnants of a Roman shrine structure built into its foundations. This blend demonstrates how medieval builders integrated available raw materials from an older civilization into new practical constructions.

Location: Bowness

GPS coordinates: 54.92650,-3.14700

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:20