The hill’s name is technically ‘Ros Hill’ but it’s commonly referred to as ‘Ros Castle’ thanks to its Iron Age hillfort at the summit. It’s easy to see why the hill was chosen, from the summit, you can enjoy a sweeping panorama in every direction and see into the Northumberland National Park as easily as you can see over to the coast. On a particularly clear day, seven other hillforts are visible.

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Location: Chillingham, North East England, England, United Kingdom

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The Wandering Fiona

December 13, 2020

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Amazing views from the top on a clear day. You are meant to be able to see 7 castles

51m

December 21, 2022

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Ros Castle is a 3000-year-old Iron Age Hill Fort, at 315m it's also the highest point in the Chillingham Hills. There is a trig point and a toposcope building with four viewpoints and a labelled diagram for each. The views are superb.
Managed by the National Trust but free and open access.

Ronnie

July 27, 2025

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Ros Castle (Ros Hill) 316m P221 (1037ft)
(DoBIH Hill ID: 2317) [JNSA 12818]
County of Northumberland Definitive List summit.

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1. Cateran Hole & Ros Castle loop from Hepburn Wood

14.8km

04:08

270m

Hike the moderate Cateran Hole & Ros Castle loop from Hepburn Wood for panoramic views, ancient sites, and diverse Northumberland landscapes

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2. Blawearie Farm Ruins – Cateran Hole Smugglers' Cave loop from Eglingham

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03:40

260m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Ros Castle Hill Fort – Ros Castle loop from Chillingham

3.13km

01:00

140m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 330 m

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Location: Chillingham, North East England, England, United Kingdom

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