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Bamburgh Castle

Castle & Historic Landmark · Northumberland, England

Bamburgh Castle is a castle & historic landmark in Northumberland, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £19.95–£21 · Child £10–£10.50 · Family £58.50
Checked on the official page: until 8 Nov adult £19.95, child (5-16) £10, under-5s free, family (2 adults + up to 3 children) £58.50. From 14 Nov adult £21, child £10.50, family £61.50. High winds can close the castle at short notice.
Opening timesUntil 8 Nov 2026: daily 10am-5pm, last castle entry 4pm. 9-13 Nov closed. 14 Nov to 3 Jan: open with Christmas decorations. 4 Jan to 12 Feb: weekends only. From 13 Feb: open 7 days.
Best time to goWeekday mornings in April-June and September. Quiet if you pair it with an early-morning beach walk.
School holiday tipEarly July suits Scottish families heading south. Late August is English peak on the Northumberland coast, so arrive before 10am.
Best agesGood for 5+; add the beach below
If it rainsMixed: indoor rooms, exposed outdoor grounds on the coast
ParkingOn-site car park up the hill, with a free shuttle buggy to the castle. Number of spaces not stated. (£6 a day)
FoodClock Tower Café and Tack Room Takeaway. Picnic policy and prices not stated on the page we checked.
Money saverTake a picnic; the beach below the castle is free
Top tipsExplore the castle first and finish with the beach below, which is superb for children. Park in the village or the main car park early.
What to packWindproofs, layers, buckets and spades for the beach

Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source

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