📜 Medieval castle in Northumberland, England, known for its history and paranormal activity.
🔍 Originally a 12th-century monastery, later a royal castle with strategic importance.

Why Go

👻 Explore the 'most haunted castle' in the UK, including a torture chamber and 'Pink Room' with a 'blue boy' ghost.
🐄 Witness the unique, inbred herd of Chillingham wild cattle, living on the land since medieval times.
🏰 Discover grand rooms, gardens, and lakes within the restored fortress.
📚 Delve into a rich history of royal lineage, battles, and transformations.

Why Avoid

♿ Very limited disabled access due to uneven floors and steep spiral staircases, including to toilets and tearoom.
🐕 Dogs are not allowed in the castle or grounds, with the exception of assistance dogs.

Tips

🚗 In adverse weather, check your route for road closures and floods before travelling.
📞 Pre-book private guided tours for groups.
📖 A room-by-room guide by Sir Humphry Wakefield can be purchased on arrival.

Cost

💰 Adults £14, Concessions (65+) £13, Children (under 16) £8, Family (2 adults & up to 3 children) £38. Garden only £7.

Hours

🕒 Castle & Gardens open March 30 – November 1, daily 11am-5pm (last admission 4pm). Minstrels Tearoom 11am-5pm. Ghost tours run all year round.

Parking

🅿️ Free parking available, including disabled parking.

Toilets

🚻 Access requires negotiating spiral stone steps.