Chillingham Castle
13th Century Northumberland castle famed for action and battles
Chillingham, Northumberland, NE66 5NJ
Facilities
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Cafe / restaurant
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Free parking
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Garden only
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Shop
Chillingham Castle is a 13th-century, Grade I listed stronghold in Northumberland, famed for action and battles.
With its fine rooms, gardens, lakes, fountains and tea rooms, the castle has an extraordinary ownership bloodline which runs back to the 1200s.
Just twenty minutes from the seaside, this romantic and thriving castle is perfect for short breaks or family days out! Or if you’re looking for a more chilling experience, as one of the most haunted castles in England, our ‘Torture Chamber’ and evening Ghost Tours are sure to entertain.
This remarkable and very private castle has been continuously owned by just one family line since the 1200’s. A visit from Edward I in 1298 was followed by many other Royal visits right down through this century. The 1100’s stronghold became a fortified castle in 1344 and during the Tudor period additions were made but the underlying medievalism remains.
With gardens laid out by Sir Jeffrey Wyatville and romantic grounds, the castle commands breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.
Important information: opening info is generated by artificial intelligence; check specific attraction details before travelling.
The indicator above will show ‘open’ when the public have any kind of access to any part of this property. That could be the park, a shop, or a special event, and may not reflect regular admission times to the main attraction. Always consult the website of the house or garden you intend to visit before travelling to check that the attraction you are interested in is open.
Chillingham Castle offers a variety of attractions and activities for visitors, including tours, ghost hunts, fishing, and stays in historic apartments. Below is a detailed summary of the opening times and conditions for each offering:
Castle and Tearoom
The Castle and Tearoom are closed for the winter season from Monday, 3rd November 2025 through to Easter 2026. They will reopen from Monday, 30th March 2026 to Sunday, 1st November 2026, with gates open from 11am to 5pm and last admission at 4pm. The Minstrels Tearoom operates during the same period, open daily from 11am to 5pm, with hot food served until 3pm and last orders for tea/coffee and cake at 3:30pm.
Gardens and Grounds
The gardens, grounds, and lake remain accessible during the winter closure of the Castle and Tearoom. During the open season, the gardens are available to visitors as part of the Castle experience.
Ghost Tours and Hunts
Ghost tours and hunts are available all year round. Private ghost tours and hunts can be arranged for groups of 10 or more people.
Fishing
Fishing is available on the River Till from 14th February to 30th November at a cost of £15 per day. An Environment Agency rod fishing license is required.
Private Guided Tours
Private guided tours of the Castle are available from Easter until the end of October for groups of 10 or more. The cost is £50 per guide plus admission fees.
Admission Prices
- Adults: £14.00
- Concessions (65+): £13.00
- Children (under 16): £8.00
- Children (under 5): Free
- Family (2 adults & up to 3 children under 16): £38.00
- Garden only: £7.00
- Historic Houses Members: Free
- CPRE Members: Half price
Staying at Chillingham Castle
Self-catering apartments are available year-round. These apartments are non-smoking, and pets are not allowed. Guests have free access to the Castle grounds.
Additional Information
Dogs are not allowed in the Castle or grounds, except for assistance dogs. Visitors are advised to check for road closures or adverse weather conditions before traveling.
Historic Houses members visit for free. There is no need to book: just turn up and show your Historic House membership card.
Adult £14
Concession (65+) £13
Children (under 16) £8
Family (2 adults, 3 children) £38
Garden only £7
Private guided tours to be booked in advance, minimum group of 10 people.
Please phone +44 (0) 1668 215359.
Available Easter to November at 10am daily. Flexible times available during closed season.
Group – Adult: £10.00
Group – Child : £6.00
Group – Concession: £9.00
Cost per guide: £50.00
Groups of more than 20 will require two guides
Getting here
Chillingham, Northumberland, NE66 5NJ
The main visitor entrance is at ///hunches.elbow.slurping. What does this mean?
Located 2 miles south of B6348 at Chatton. 6 miles south east of Wooler.
Nearest stations are Alnmouth or Berwick upon Tweed, take a taxi to the castle.
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