What are the opening times?
| Dates | Opening Times | Opening Days |
|---|---|---|
| 21 Mar-30 Sep | 10am-6pm | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun. |
| 1 Oct-31 Mar | 10am-4pm | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun. |
| Closed 24-26 Dec and 1 Jan |
How much does it cost?
Adult:
£4.50
Children:
£2.30
Concession:
£3.60
English Heritage Members:
Free - Join English Heritage
Other:
Owned by the National Trust, in the care of EH. National Trust members admitted free of charge
How do I get there?
Address:
Northumberland - NE47 6NN
Road Access:
Bardon Mill 4 miles
Bus Access:
Stagecoach in Cumbria AD122 Carlisle - Hexham railway station(Apr-Oct), otherwise Stagecoach in Cumbria 185 from Carlisle
Accommodation
Map Location:
Cycle Routes:
Telephone:
01434 344363, Local Tourist Information: Hexham: 01434 652220
What facilities are available?
Facilities Available:
Facilities Details:
Dogs allowed on leads (restricted areas only); Toilets (situated on the main road, half a mile to the south)
Access:
Companion recommended, Limited access to site. Alternative parking available: wheelchair users should contact the site before visiting or alternatively contact the information centre based in the car park on arrival.
Parking:
The fort lies uphill from the car park (a ten minute walk on steep gradient); charge payable to National Park
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:
There is no parking on site, but space for up to 20 coaches nearby (payable, 500 metres). Please note, the site is half a mile's walk from the coach parking.
Group Booking:
Please contact the Visitor Operations Site Supervisor on +44 (0)1434 344363
Average Length of Visit:
1 1/2 hours
Guided Tours:
No guided tours available at this property.
Booking Form:
Further Info
If you are an education group leader please click here to find out how to book your free educational visit.
