Visit Lindisfarne Castle (National Trust) and Lindisfarne Priory (English Heritage). Holy Island is also the starting point of both St Oswald's Way and St Cuthbert's Way. Do not miss a …
Built in the early 14th century, Dunstanburgh castle is a towering ruin full of history. The castle was constructed by Thomas, the Earl of Lancaster and wealthiest man in England …
Lying atop a steep hilltop above the river Croquet, Warkworth Castle is an impressive fortress with towered walls that remain largely intact. Built in the 12th century, the castle had …
Beautiful House full of history about Lord Armstrong and the electricity he brought to the area from hydro power. It is a National Trust site with lovely walks all around.
On the south bank of the River Tweed amongst green meadows, lies Norham Castle. This Grade-I listed castle was built from 1099 to 1128 under Ranaulf Flambard, Bishop of Durham. …
You can really step back in time at this ruined medieval castle, which overlooks the village of Harbottle and the River Coquet. A Scheduled Ancient Monument and a Grade I-listed …
Bamburgh, located on the northeast coast of England in Northumberland, is renowned for its historical and scenic significance. Dominated by the imposing Bamburgh Castle, a fortress with origins in the …
Vicar's Pele is a three storey stone pele tower, which was built in the 14th or 15th century. It possibly stands on the site of a 13th century hall house …
THE ORIGINS OF ALNWICK CASTLE DATE BACK TO THE NORMAN PERIOD. SINCE 1309 ITS STORY HAS BEEN INTERTWINED WITH THAT OF THE PERCY FAMILY, A FAMILY WITH A HISTORY AS …
With border war raging, life in Northumberland was dangerous between 1300 and 1600. Wealthy families like the Thirlwalls protected themselves by building strongholds like Thirlwall Castle. Built during the 12th …