The Top 8 Castles around Haydon
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 8
beautiful castles to choose from around Haydon. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Haydon. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: December 7, 2025
Milecastle 39 (Castle Nick) on Hadrian's Wall
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Milecastle 39, known as Castle Nick, is nestled between Highshield Crags and Peel Crags. With views to the north and south, it survives well. The milecastle appears to have been occupied until the late 4th century.
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Beaufront Castle Gatehouse
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The Beaufront Castle Gatehouse is the gateway to the impressive Beaufront Castle, a Grade I listed manor house in Northumberland, near Hexham. Although the castle itself was built between 1836 …
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Aesica Roman Fort
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Aesica was the ninth fort on Hadrian's Wall and stands between Vercovicium to the east and Magnis to the west. The purpose of this stronghold was to guard the Caw …
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Chesters Roman Fort
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Known as Cilurnum by the Romans, Chesters was once an important cavalry fort. Built in AD 124, it housed some 500 cavalrymen and later was also home to infantry. Soldiers …
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Black Carts Turret (Hadrian's Wall)
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One of the remaining ruins of fortifications on Hadrian's Wall. Managed by English Heritage it's open all year and free entry. Link it up with a walk to or from Chesters Roman Fort to the east.
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