Aydon Castle. Admission charged. Opening times vary
Details
Accessibility:
Limited accessibility - many areas of the venue have only step access, bumpy terrain and thin doorways. There is however an accessible toilet accessible from a small (1 inch) step. Disability parking spaces are available by the entrance on some grass.
There is an induction loop service located within the shop, but not in the venue.
More access information can be found on this page.
Brief Description:
Aydon Castle originated as a manor house in the early 14th century, but was almost immediately fortified into a castle due to the Anglo-Scottish warfare. Later in the 17th century it was used as a farmhouse, being lived in until 1966.
Further Information
Address:
Aydon Road, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5PJ
Email:
customers@english-heritage.org.uk
Phone:
01434 632450
Website:
http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/aydon-castle/
Opening Hours:
Opening times differ throughout the year. For detailed opening times for Aydon Castle, please visit this page.
Admission Fees:
Adult - £4.60
Child - £2.80 (5 to 15 years)
Concession - £4.10 (students and adults over 60 years)
Family - £12.00 (2 adults, 3 children)
Aydon Castle is just north from Corbridge, accessible off a minor road from the the A68 or the B6321 travelling northward.
OS NZ 001663
Transport:
There is a train station in Corbridge, about 4 miles away from the venue. A taxi or car may be advised as no bus services run between the station and venue.
Amenities:
There is a shop available on-site selling hot drinks and souvenirs.
Travel Information
For further travel information please see: www.traveline.info
Or call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33
(Calls cost 12p per minute plus your phone company's access charge)
Location
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