Warkworth Castle and Hermitage

Warkworth Castle and Hermitage

Warkworth Castle and Hermitage

 

The toilets will be out of action from Monday 23rd January until Friday 10th February.

If you are planning a fun family day out in Northumberland then look no further than Warkworth Castle with its magnificent cross-shaped keep crowning a hilltop above the River Coquet.

Once home to the powerful Percy family who now reside in Alnwick Castle, Warkworth was and remains one of the largest and most impressive fortresses in North East England. It was once home to 'Harry Hotspur', hero of many Border ballads and the bane of Scots raiders.

Take a free audio tour through the extensive remains of a great hall, fine gatehouse and the circuit of towered walls. Be king or queen for the day in this great Northumbrian stronghold.

Don't Miss

  • The Medieval Hermitage tucked away upstream and accessible only by boat
  • The Duke's Rooms opened on Wednesdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays
  • The free audio tour of this impressive fortress
  • The Lion badge of the Percy family
Warkworth Castle Staircase

Events At Warkworth Castle and Hermitage

  • Free Guided Tours for Members

    Members' Event

    Wed 15 Feb

    An introduction to the castle as a home and a fortification; exploring the familiy history of the notorious Percy's. Enjoy a staff led tour through the extensive remains of a great hall, the Duke's rooms, fine gatehouse and the circuit of towered walls.

  • Free Guided Tours for Members

    Members' Event

    Thu 15 Mar

    An introduction to the castle as a home and a fortification; exploring the familiy history of the notorious Percy's. Enjoy a staff led tour through the extensive remains of a great hall, the Duke's rooms, fine gatehouse and the circuit of towered walls.

VISITOR INFORMATION

    • Location
    • Castle Terrace, Warkworth, Northumberland - NE65 0UJ
    • Today's opening times
    • 10 February 2012
    • Castle
    • Closed Calendar
    • Hermitage
    • Closed Calendar
    • Tickets
    • Adults: Castle - £4.80
    • Children: Castle - £2.90
    • Concessions: Castle - £4.30
    • EH Member Cost: Free
    • Family Ticket: Castle - £12.50
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Membership

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