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Dunstanburgh Castle

Castle & Historic Landmark · Northumberland, England

Dunstanburgh 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 £9 · Child £5.50 · Family £25
The English Heritage page links to prices without showing them, so the figures here are estimates. Members free; booking ahead saves up to 15%; 20% off walk-up tickets if you arrive by bus, train or bike.
Opening timesOpen daily 10am-5pm (last entry 4pm). Reached by a 1.3-mile coastal walk from Craster (shown in late October 2026; English Heritage often reduces days in winter, so check before you go).
Best time to goWeekday mornings in spring and autumn; check tide and weather.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening.
Best agesAbout 5+; steps, drops and uneven ground, so check pram access
All ages, but it's a 1.3-mile walk each way from Craster (grass path, not great for buggies). Dogs on leads welcome.
If it rainsMostly outdoors with little shelter; pick a dry day
ParkingCouncil pay car park in Craster (60 spaces, coins), then a 1.3-mile coastal walk to the castle.
FoodShop sells drinks and snacks; picnic benches inside the site and on the shore. Cafés and the Jolly Fisherman in Craster.
Money saverCheck English Heritage, Historic Environment Scotland or Cadw membership value; many ruins are cheap or free.
Top tipsWalk in from Craster along the coast (about 1.5 miles each way). Bring waterproofs and a picnic.
What to packSturdy shoes, waterproofs, layers, picnic, carrier for toddlers

Partly checked on 23 Oct 2026. Confirm prices and times on the venue's website. Venue website or source

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