Bamburgh Castle and beach

Bamburgh Castle sits on a rock above the dunes and has been a royal stronghold for over a thousand years. Pay to go inside, or walk the beach below for free and take the classic view back up. The beach is long enough to lose the crowds quickly.

Good to know

• The beach and dunes are free; the castle interior is ticketed
• Park in the village and walk down rather than hunting for a closer spot
• Come at low tide for the most sand

Best time

Low tide, late afternoon light

Open

All year (castle opening varies by season)

Getting there

Sealed road into Bamburgh, paid car parks in the village

Vehicles

Campervans fine

Dogs

Dogs on a lead

Facilities

• Rubbish bins
• Toilets

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.