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Warkworth Castle

Castle & Historic Landmark · Northumberland, England · Castle Terrace, Warkworth, NE65 0UJ

Warkworth 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 £11 · Child £7 · Family £30
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 timesDaily 10am-4pm (last entry 3.30pm) in winter; the Hermitage is closed for winter and reopens in spring 2027. Book online the day before to save 15%; 20% off if you arrive by bus, train or bike.
Best time to goWeekday mornings in spring and early autumn; quiet outside the school holidays.
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; dogs on leads welcome. Toilets with baby change.
If it rainsMostly outdoors with little shelter; pick a dry day
ParkingAbout 48 spaces at the castle (paid for non-members; EH members with a car sticker free). Overflow paid parking in Warkworth village (200m) or by the beach.
FoodNo café: the shop sells snacks, hot drinks and ice cream, plus a vending machine. Picnics welcome on the grass (no benches). Plenty of cafés in Warkworth village.
Money saverCheck English Heritage, Historic Environment Scotland or Cadw membership value; many ruins are cheap or free.
Top tipsClimb the keep early, then walk the riverside path to the hermitage when open.
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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