Bamburgh Castle
★★★★☆
Built on a dolerite outcrop, the location was previously home to a fort of the native Britons. The Normans built a new castle on the site, which forms the core of the present one.
As an important English outpost, the castle was the target of occasional raids from Scotland. In 1464 during the Wars of the Roses, it became the first castle in England to be defeated by artillery.
The castle still belongs to the Armstrong family, and is opened to the public. It also hosts weddings and corporate events. It has been used as a film location since the 1920s, featuring in films such as Ivanhoe (1982), El Cid (1961), Mary, Queen of Scots (1971), Elizabeth (1998) and both the 1971 and 2015 adaptions of Macbeth.
It's also used as a filming location for the legendary BBC series Robin of Sherwood
As an important English outpost, the castle was the target of occasional raids from Scotland. In 1464 during the Wars of the Roses, it became the first castle in England to be defeated by artillery.
The castle still belongs to the Armstrong family, and is opened to the public. It also hosts weddings and corporate events. It has been used as a film location since the 1920s, featuring in films such as Ivanhoe (1982), El Cid (1961), Mary, Queen of Scots (1971), Elizabeth (1998) and both the 1971 and 2015 adaptions of Macbeth.
It's also used as a filming location for the legendary BBC series Robin of Sherwood
Reviews and impressions
Edward
I don't really rate this castle. Not much of a backdrop compared to others. My favorite castle has to be Eilean Donan; just stunning set on the shore of Loch Duich North West Scotland with the Cuillin Mountains of Skye very very Beautiful.
Katie Sampson
Just absolutely stunning.
Jackie Harm
An absolutely beautiful castle in a wonderful location!
Andrew Wood
The best castle in the world.
Liz Horn
Majestic, imposing castle Set on the most magnificent beach
Michelle Corbett
Between Bamburgh and Alnwick Castle two of my favourite castles in Northumberland
Maria Grazia
It is the best castle in all of England and probably Scotland too!!
Aston Stephens
The best castle in the world, on the best beach in the world, in the best county in the world
Karen Carins
My favourite place on earth!
Deanne Rawling
Stunning Castle. Atmospheric inside and outside. Great place to visit then there is the beach, miles of golden sand
Kyle Barnes
The best view in Britain!
Chris Castellan
We love it here living in this iconic landmark is truly a privilege.
Ami
One of the regions best!
Honey
A total showstopper! Second only to Carcassonne to me.
Rachel Coffey
Truly majestic castle in magnificent, beautiful and tranquil setting.
Caroline Wilkinson
Bamburgh castle is by far the most beautiful I have ever visited. Just stunning in every way inside and out. The back drop is also fantastic.
Joanne McGreevy
Majestic and beautiful set in a location which is second to none.
Norma Redhouse Glass
Fantastic castle, great staff and amazing views
Christine
Bamburgh is the most stunning landmark in the UK. Set high up over looking the sea it is absolutely spectacular both inside and outside. A must see castle.
Clare Rankin
Brilliant castle in gorgeous Northumberland, by far the best region in England
Vicki Watson
Total joy when just round a bend in the road and it comes into view
Chris Perry
Brilliant
Lynn Harrison
A stunning castle.
Ann Doohan
Beautiful Castle set in on the best beach in England.
Ann
Absoutely superb situation. Magnificent miles long beach to romp etc.
So peaceful, very friendly staff to explain its wonderful history and guide visitors around.
Peter Charleton
A magnificent castle with tremendous views across a fabulous county!
Donna
Stayed in Neville Tower this spring. It was amazing
Amanda White
The most amazing castle I have every visited from it stunning location perched on the sand dunes., to its inner court yard where we go every year to events
Brian Dingle
Just a perfect castle in a perfect location with a deep history.