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Etal Castle

Etal Castle
View of the Tower House from the west with the Gatehouse beyond (c) English Heritage
Etal Castle - View of the Tower House from the west with the Gatehouse beyond (c) Exterior - Exterior (c) Exterior - Exterior (c) Interpretive exhibition centre with display - Interpretive exhibition centre with display (c)

Etal was built in the mid-14th century by Robert Manners as a defence against Scots raiders, in a strategic position by a ford over the River Till. It fell to James IV's invading Scots army in 1513, immediately before their catastrophic defeat at nearby Flodden. An award-winning exhibition tells the story of Flodden, and the Anglo-Scottish border warfare which ended with the accession of James I in 1603.

What are the opening times?

DatesOpening TimesOpening Days
21 Mar-30 Sep 11am-4.30pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.

How much does it cost?

Adult:
£3.50
Children:
£1.80
Concession:
£2.80
English Heritage Members:
Other:
Family Ticket: £8.80

How do I get there?

Address:
Northumberland - TD12 4TN
Road Access:
In Etal village, 10 miles SW of Berwick-upon-Tweed
Train Access:
Berwick-upon-Tweed 10 1⁄2 miles
Bus Access:
Glen Valley 267 Berwick-upon-Tweed - Wooler
Map Location:
Telephone:
01890 820332

What facilities are available?

Facilities Available:
Parking Suitable for people with disabilities Exhibition Guidebooks Dogs allowed on leads Audio tours (included in admission price) Shop Picnic area Family Learning Admission free for Overseas Vistor Pass holders Male Toilets Female Toilets
Facilities Details:
Toilets: In village car park with ramps (run by Berwick Borough Council).
Refreshments: Picnics welcome in the grounds.Dogs on leads only in restricted areas.
Access:
Access to castle and grounds: From shop via Border Warfare exhibition. Access across grass. Helper advisable. Path to shop (10m) via grit and flat ground surfaces. Exhibition/shop: Level access.
Parking:
Village car park next to shop.
Hearing Impaired Visitors:
Audio tour with hearing loop included in admission price. Script available.

What facilities are available for groups?

Group Discount:
15% discount for groups of 11 or more plus a free place for every additional 20 paying passengers. Free entry for coach driver and tour leader.
Coach Parking Facilities:
Please contact the Visitor Operations Site Supervisor on ++44 (0)1890 820332.
Group Booking:
Free parking for up to 2 coaches, 100 metres from site entrance.
Average Length of Visit:
1 hour.

Further Info

Audio (the audio tour guides visitors around the castle and the exhibition).
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