# Bamburgh Castle — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.7/5 from 19,573 Google reviews. One-time seat of the Kings of Northumbria, with audio-tours of the state rooms and live excavations. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/northumberland/restaurants/bamburgh-castle (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Castle # Bamburgh Castle Bamburgh, Northumberland [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=18177196992416039784&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Bamburgh Castle](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/113575757099169688841) **In short:** Bamburgh Castle is a castle in Northumberland, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 19,573 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places One-time seat of the Kings of Northumbria, with audio-tours of the state rooms and live excavations. Summary via Google ## About Bamburgh Castle Bamburgh Castle sits on the Northumberland coast with views across the beach and coastline. The castle, once a seat of the Kings of Northumbria, contains state rooms accessible by audio-tour and hosts live archaeological excavations. On-site cafes serve food and drinks, with parking available. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Bamburgh Castle's own website](https://www.bamburghcastle.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM ## What's nearby - The Clock Tower Tea Rooms 250m away - The Lord Crewe Bamburgh 400m away - Wyndenwell 400m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google People say this castle offers stunning views of the coastline and beach, with many interesting exhibits and beautifully maintained rooms inside. Visitors also highlight the friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable staff, who enhance the experience. They also like the cafes, which offer good food and drinks, and appreciate the convenient on-site parking. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (19,573 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Northumberland Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/286165). [More restaurants in Northumberland](https://staycation.co.uk/northumberland/restaurants) ★ 4.7 (19,573 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.bamburghcastle.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01668 214208](tel:01668214208) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Northumberland **Plus Code** 9C7WJ75R+H2 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Northumberland Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Call Bamburgh Castle on +44 1668 214208. ## More near Bamburgh Castle ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [The Victoria Hotel Bamburgh ★ 4.4 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/northumberland/hotels/the-victoria-hotel-bamburgh) - [The Victoria Hotel ★ 4.4 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/bamburgh/hotels/the-victoria-hotel) - [Hillcrest House ★ 4.6 · 0.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/bamburgh/hotels/hillcrest-house) - [Waren House Hotel ★ 4.0 · 1.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/belford/hotels/waren-house-hotel) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Charlton Cottage 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/northumberland/cottages/charlton-cottage-syk1122293) - [The Grove 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/northumberland/cottages/the-grove-ukc8891) - [Jara 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/northumberland/cottages/jara-syk1122295) - [Keeper's View 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/northumberland/cottages/keepers-view-syk1122054) ### Campsites nearby - [Bamburgh Touring Caravans at Fowberry Farm ★ 4.5 · 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/northumberland/camping/bamburgh-touring-caravans-at-fowberry-farm) - [Bamburgh Under Canvas ★ 4.8 · 1.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/northumberland/camping/bamburgh-under-canvas) - [Glororum Holiday Park ★ 4.7 · 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/northumberland/camping/glororum-holiday-park) - [Waren Caravan and Camping Park ★ 4.0 · 1.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/northumberland/camping/waren-caravan-and-camping-park) ### Things to do nearby - [Bamburgh Castle ★ 4.7 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/bamburgh/attractions/bamburgh-castle) - [Grace Darling Museum ★ 4.7 · 0.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/bamburgh/attractions/grace-darling-museum) - [Bamburgh Beach ★ 4.8 · 1.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/seahouses/attractions/bamburgh-beach) - [The Bunker ★ 4.0 · 2.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/seahouses/attractions/the-bunker)