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.
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Opening Times
Castle, Gardens, Lake & Parklands
The castle, gardens, lake and parklands are open to general visitors from Monday 30th March 2026 to Sunday 1st November 2026. Gates open from 11am to 5pm, with last admission at 4pm.
Gardens & Grounds
The gardens and grounds are accessible during the main season (30th March to 1st November 2026). Additionally, the gardens, grounds and lake remain open to visitors during the winter closure period from 3rd November 2025 to Easter 2026, when the main castle and tearoom are closed.
Ghost Tours and Hunts
Ghost tours and hunts operate all year round, including during the winter closure period when the main castle facilities are not available to general visitors.
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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