Bamburgh Castle, Bamburgh
Northumberland in Historic Houses UK

With its origins in the Anglo-Saxon period, Bamburgh has dominated its volcanic outcrop and the surrounding countryside for centuries.

From its humble wooden palisade to the impressive stone walls of today it strikes an iconic pose on the Northumbrian coastline.

Open all year round it welcomes visitors to enjoy the grounds and staterooms. From the medieval kitchen to grandeur of the Victorian Kings Hall there are fourteen rooms to explore.

Housed within are over 3000 artifacts ranging from porcelain plates and figurines to arms and armour. With a beautiful collection of clocks, furniture and paintings helping to maintain a homely feeling about the place.

Outside, their are battlements with incredible views out over the beaches and north towards Lindisfarne and inland towards the Cheviot hills.

The old Victorian laundry houses the Armstrong and Aviation Museum, a fascinating collection of aviation artifacts including engines, propellers and even the wreckage of a crashed Spitfire.

The summer months see an art gallery in the stables, the work of the local artist Peter Phillips, an incerdible talent who works in a variety of media to produce stunning images of the county.

The cafeteria is always on hand to refresh and refuel visitors with local produce.