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.
General Opening Times
Castle, Gardens, Lake & Parklands are open from Monday 30th March 2026 to Sunday 1st November 2026. Gates open from 11am to 5pm, with last admission at 4pm.
The Castle and Tearoom close for the winter season from Monday 3rd November 2025 through to Easter 2026. During this period, the Gardens, Grounds and Lake remain accessible to apartment guests.
Ghost Tours (Over 16s)
Standard Ghost Tours run throughout the year and last approximately 2 hours. Tours run from 7.30pm to 9.30pm (start times may vary — please check when booking).
Scheduled dates in 2026 include:
- Monday 4 May — SOLD OUT
- Saturday 9 May — SOLD OUT
- Monday 11 May
- Friday 15 May
- Friday 22 May — SOLD OUT
- Friday 29 May
- Sunday 31 May
- Friday 5 June
- Sunday 7 June
- Thursday 11 June
- Friday 12 June
- Sunday 14 June
- Friday 19 June
- Saturday 20 June
- Monday 29 June
- Friday 3 July
- Friday 10 July
- Friday 17 July
- Friday 24 July
- Saturday 25 July
- Wednesday 29 July
- Friday 31 July
- Saturday 8 August
- Thursday 13 August
- Friday 28 August
Ghost Hunts (Over 18s)
Ghost Hunts run year-round and last 4 hours, from 10pm to 2am. Start times may vary — please check when booking.
Scheduled dates in 2026 include:
- Friday 15 May — SOLD OUT
- Saturday 16 May — SOLD OUT
- Sunday 17 May — SOLD OUT
- Friday 22 May — SOLD OUT
- Saturday 23 May
- Friday 29 May
- Friday 5 June
- Saturday 6 June
- Friday 12 June — SOLD OUT
- Saturday 13 June — SOLD OUT
- Friday 19 June
- Saturday 20 June
- Friday 26 June
- Friday 3 July
- Saturday 4 July
- Friday 10 July
- Saturday 11 July
- Friday 17 July
- Saturday 25 July
- Friday 31 July
- Saturday 1 August
- Saturday 8 August
- Sunday 9 August
- Saturday 15 August
- Friday 21 August
- Saturday 22 August
- Tuesday 25 August
- Saturday 29 August
Family Ghost Tours
Family Ghost Tours are available during school holidays and last 2 hours. Scheduled dates in 2026 are:
- Saturday 23 May, 5.00pm–7.00pm
- Sunday 7 June, 5.00pm–7.00pm
- Saturday 20 June, 5.00pm–7.00pm
- Saturday 4 July, 5.00pm–7.00pm
- Tuesday 18 August, 5.00pm–7.00pm
Ghost Workshop & Hunt (Over 18s)
Specialist Ghost Workshop & Hunt events are available on:
- Friday 8 May 2026, 10pm–2am
- Saturday 18 July 2026, 10pm–2am
Fishing
Fishing on the River Till is permitted between 14th February and 30th November.
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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