Opening Times:
| April 2009 to March 2010 | Opening Times | Opening Days |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Apr-30 Sep | 10am-5pm | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun. |
| 1 Oct-1 Nov | 10am-4pm | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun. |
| 2 Nov-31 Mar | 10am-4pm | Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun. |
| 24-26 Dec and 1 Jan | Closed |
How much does it cost?
Adult:
£6.50
Children:
£3.30
Concession:
£5.50
English Heritage Members:
Free - Join English Heritage
Other:
Family Ticket: £16.30
How do I get there?
Address:
Northumberland - NE20 0DX
Road Access:
In Belsay; 14 miles NW of Newcastle, on A696
Train Access:
Morpeth 10 miles
Bus Access:
Snaith's 808 from Newcastle; Munro's 131 Newcastle-Jedburgh; alsoArriva 508 from Newcastle railway station, Sun only, Jun-Oct only
Accommodation
Map Location:
Cycle Routes:
Telephone:
01661 881636, Local Tourist Information: Morpeth: 01670 500700
What facilities are available?
Facilities Available:
Facilities Details:
Toilets: In car park; fully accessible wheelchair toilet
Dogs on leads only in restricted areas
Belsay Hall Tearoom open daily Apr-Oct and weekends in Mar; food can be brought out into the picnic area.
Dogs on leads only in restricted areas
Belsay Hall Tearoom open daily Apr-Oct and weekends in Mar; food can be brought out into the picnic area.
Access:
Access to buildings: RADAR key access for level access route to the hall and for disabled toilet. Disabled access to ground floor of hall only. Castle and manor house reached via 700m path through gardens; access to castle or manor house via steps. Spiral staircase to upper levels of castle. Four wheelchairs available, which can be obtained on sire from any member of staff. Visitors are recommended to call ahead to reserve a wheelchair.
Access to gardens: level compacted gravel paths and short grass. Signposted wheelchair route. 3 benches in East Quarry, none in West Quarry but a few large quarried stones.
Access to gardens: level compacted gravel paths and short grass. Signposted wheelchair route. 3 benches in East Quarry, none in West Quarry but a few large quarried stones.
Parking:
Parking available. Blue Badge Parking available in main car park, close to the shop and ramp access to the hall.
Visually Impaired Visitors:
Sensory garden with tactile and aromatic experiences. Bird song, animal sounds and many flowers, including pinks and hybrid musk roses.
What facilities are available for groups?
Group Discount:
15% discount for groups of 11 or more visitors paying together plus a free place for every additional 20 paying passengers. Free entry for coach driver and tour leader.
Coach Parking Facilities:
Free on-site parking for up to 4 coaches, 200 metres from the entrance.
Group Booking:
Please contact the Visitor Operations Site Supervisor on +44 (0)1661 881636.
Average Length of Visit:
2 hours.
Booking Form:
Further Info
Stella McCartney’s Lucky Spot, was inspired by and designed specifically for Belsay Castle’s Great Hall. The Great Hall is situated on the first floor of the castle up a narrow spiral staircase which may not be suitable for visitors with impaired mobility. The sculpture will be visually accessible to all – thanks to the installation of a touch activated screen on the ground floor. The screen will be showing a 360° view of Lucky Spot, so that those who are unable to access the second floor of the castle can still appreciate spectacular views of the crystal horse giving people the chance to see the horse in the setting it was intended for. Due to visitor demand, at peak times there may be a short wait to view the horse. The team at Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens will do their best to manage and minimise these waiting times.
