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
Castle, Gardens, Lake, Parklands, State Rooms, Dungeon & Torture Chamber
The castle and its attractions 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 closes for the winter season from Monday 2nd November 2026 through to Easter 2027.
Seasonal Attractions
Formal Gardens and Woodland Walks are fully open to the public during the main season, from 30th March 2026 to 1st November 2026.
Fishing on the River Till is permitted between 14th February and 30th November.
Ghost Tours & Ghost Hunts
Ghost tours and ghost hunts run all year round. Start times vary, so please check specific times when booking. Family Ghost Tours are available during school holidays.
July 2026
- Friday 3rd July – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm; Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am (SOLD OUT)
- Saturday 4th July – Family Ghost Tour 5.00pm–7.00pm (SOLD OUT); Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Friday 10th July – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm; Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Friday 17th July – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm; Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Saturday 18th July – Family Ghost Tour 5.00pm–7.00pm; Ghost Workshop & Hunt 10pm–2am
- Sunday 19th July – Family Ghost Tour 5.00pm–7.00pm; Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Friday 24th July – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm
- Saturday 25th July – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm; Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Wednesday 29th July – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm
- Friday 31st July – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm; Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
August 2026
- Saturday 1st August – Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Saturday 8th August – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm; Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Sunday 9th August – Family Ghost Tour 5.00pm–7.00pm; Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Monday 10th August – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm
- Thursday 13th August – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm
- Saturday 15th August – Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Tuesday 18th August – Family Ghost Tour 5.00pm–7.00pm
- Friday 21st August – Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Saturday 22nd August – Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Tuesday 25th August – Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Friday 28th August – Family Ghost Tour 5.00pm–7.00pm; Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm
- Saturday 29th August – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm; Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
September 2026
- Friday 4th September – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm; Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Saturday 5th September – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm; Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Friday 11th September – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm
- Saturday 12th September – Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Friday 18th September – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm; Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Wednesday 23rd September – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm
- Friday 25th September – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm; Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Saturday 26th September – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm
October 2026
- Friday 2nd October – Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Monday 5th October – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm
- Saturday 10th October – Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Sunday 11th October – Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Wednesday 14th October – Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Saturday 17th October – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm
- Monday 19th October – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm
- Friday 23rd October – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm; Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Saturday 24th October – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm; Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Monday 26th October – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm; Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Wednesday 28th October – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm; Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
- Thursday 29th October – Ghost Tour 7.30pm–9.30pm
- Friday 30th October – Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
November 2026
- Friday 27th November – Ghost Hunt 10pm–2am
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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