Dunstanburgh Castle, Northumberland. Paid entry

Details

Accessibility

https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/dunstanburgh-castle/access/

"Drinking water for dogs is provided at the Site Administration Building.

Wheelchair Access: Access ramp to shop.

Entrance / Set Down: Dunstanburgh Castle is approx 1 mile from the car park by foot across uneven ground.

Disabled Parking: Two reserved spaces at Craster, 1.3 miles from Castle. Not managed by English Heritage.

No On-Site Transport

Spiral stairs in Gatehouse. No alternative access to upper floors of Gatehouse. No Lift Access

Seating And Rest-points: Benches are dotted around the site.

Pathways Surface And Gradients"

Brief description

https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/dunstanburgh-castle/

"The spectacular ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle defend a headland on the rugged Northumberland coast.

This now-ruined castle was begun in 1313 by Earl Thomas of Lancaster, cousin and leading baronial enemy of Edward II. He built on a massive scale, proclaiming his rivalry with the Crown.

You can explore the whole of the great castle headland, with its towered walls and sheer drops to the sea on the north side.

Dunstanburgh Castle is a place famous for wildlife. Seabirds nest on the cliffs in the spring and summer, and the grassland hosts ground-nesting birds like skylarks.

You can reach Dunstanburgh Castle on foot from the nearby village of Craster. The beautiful 1.3-mile walk along the rugged Northumberland Coast crosses working farmland. Please follow the Countryside Code and the National Farmers' Union advice on walking in areas which include livestock.

Dunstanburgh Castle is owned by the National Trust, maintained and managed by English Heritage. National Trust members get free entry.

Please note, last entry is 1 hour before closing (so if the site shuts at 5pm, last entry will be 4pm and no admissions will be allowed after that time)."

Address

Dunstanburgh Road, Craster, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 3TW

Email

Phone

Website

https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/dunstanburgh-castle/

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dunstanburgh-castle

https://www.facebook.com/dunstanburghcastle/

Directions

"You can reach Dunstanburgh Castle on foot from the nearby village of Craster. The beautiful 1.3-mile walk along the rugged Northumberland Coast crosses working farmland. Please follow the Countryside Code and the National Farmers' Union advice on walking in areas which include livestock.

8 miles north-east of Alnwick; on footpaths from Craster or Embleton – 1 1⁄2 miles rugged coastal walk. 

Plan your route with what3words.com/nozzles.coasting.kept  Find your cycling route to Dunstanburgh Castle at sustrans.org.uk, the National Cycle Network. Car-Free Travel Discount: Recieve 20% off your walk up ticket when you travel to Dunstanburgh Castle by train, bus or bicycle!

Simply show your ticket or bike helmet to a member of staff when you arrive to receive your discount." 

Find the nearest EV charger to Dunstanburgh Castle at zap-map.com/live/

Council car park in Craster (60 spaces), 1.3 miles from site. Coin operated machines. Not managed by English Heritage. No refund of car park charges on admission.

SAT NAV

Postcode : NE66 3TW

Latitude : 55.48953

Longtitude : -1.59425"

Opening Times

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/dunstanburgh-castle/prices-and-opening-times/ "Please note, last entry is 1 hour before closing (so if the site shuts at 5pm, last entry will be 4pm and no admissions will be allowed after that time)."

Transport

2025: "Train Access: Chathill, not Sun, 5 miles from Embleton, 7 miles from Castle; Alnmouth, 7 miles from Craster, 8 1⁄4 miles from Castle.

Bus Access: Arriva service X18 Travelsure 418. Alight at Craster and take the coastal walk which is approximately 1 1⁄2 miles long to the castle.

Car-Free Travel Discount: Recieve 20% off your walk up ticket when you travel to Dunstanburgh Castle by train, bus or bicycle!

Simply show your ticket or bike helmet to a member of staff when you arrive to receive your discount." 

Amenities

https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/dunstanburgh-castle/facilities/

"Council car park in Craster (60 spaces), 1.3 miles from site. Coin operated machines. Not managed by English Heritage. No refund of car park charges on admission.

Food And Drink: Hot and cold drinks, and range of snacks and confectionery are available from the castle shop.

Picnic Area: Extensive picnicking opportunities both within site (benches and tables) and seashore immediately adjacent to site.

Shop:

Shop is located in the Site Administration Building near the entrance. It has ramped access. The shop sells a wide range refreshments and confectionery, together with medieval toys and gifts. There are a variety of historical and natural history books.

Toilets: There are two unisex toilets at the castle.

Family Friendly:

Play Areas / Adventure Playground

Extensive areas of short grass for all sorts of games, and re-enactment of famous battles within a historic setting.

Push Chairs Allowed, but there are some steps and paths that are uneven."

+ Queen Margaret's Cove

Craster

Alnwick

NE66 3TG