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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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Mar 26, 2025
Fantastic day at Bamburgh castle, I booked the Uhtred tour which started at 11.30 I arrived at 10.30 and spent some time exploring and getting some cake at the Tack room takeaway, brilliant selection…Full review by Amy_4563
Mar 25, 2025
Bamburgh Castle is a beautiful and amazing location to visit. Steeped in history, the castle is a destination that any intrepid and curious traveler would certainly enjoy. The beach is situated next…Full review by U5446HKsimonj
Mar 20, 2025
Although it was a freezing cold day, I absolutely loved learning about the history of this place. I especially loved the multimedia aspects inside, plus seeing the costumes and some of the props from…Full review by LaverCreations

Facts

Construction completed:11th century

Questions & answers

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can I use my English heritage card here
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You would need to check on their website but I dont think so. It is a private Castle.
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can i use my national trust card
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Sadly no you can't use that car. Its Historic Houses you would need to get in
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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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Bamburgh is a small village not a town Best bet is to contact the Castle. They had a little golf buggy to take people with issues up the hill to the Castle but not sure about mobility scooters …
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Bamburgh is a small village not a town Best bet is to contact the Castle. They had a little golf buggy to take people with issues up the hill to the Castle but not sure about mobility scooters for hire. Next town along is Seahouses you could check if they have a place to hire scooters.
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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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Is there a place I can store my luggage while I tour? I have a small roll bag and backpack. Thanks
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Sorry I have no idea
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