Dunstanburgh Castle Northumberland Facts

Dunstanburgh Castle    

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Please note, road not suitable for cars. Park at the carpark in Craster and walk along the coastal path.

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Mar 29, 2025
Has to be one of the must visits if you are venturing to Northumberland. It’s an English heritage managed site but under the care of National trust so either membership card can be used if you are a …Full review by LeamySJ
Mar 5, 2025
An incredible spot on the coastline and well worth the walk. Essential if you’re in the area. Friendly staff, who make a 30 minute walk to the castle each day, and they take the time to make visito…Full review by MrPickles-101
Feb 17, 2025
Easy walk from Craster and even though it is a ruin, it is still a very interesting castle to visit. It was actually closed whilst we visited but it did not take anything away from our experience as…Full review by MarekLontour
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How long is the walk from Craster to Low-Newton and back to Craster?
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It’s a steady walk of approximately 1hour on relatively easy ground.
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Hi, I am going to be visiting the area later this month. My father-in-law lives reasonably locally and is thinking about joining …
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Hi, I am going to be visiting the area later this month. My father-in-law lives reasonably locally and is thinking about joining us for the day. He has been shielding due to COVID-19 and is avoiding places where people might congregate and in particular indoor spaces. Could you advise how much of the castle is enclosed space and how much open? Many thanks.
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Hi, All of the castle area is open space and a nice leisurely walk along the cliff top to get to it. Bear in mind it’s a ruin so not much internal buildings left Normally a coffee shop inside the …
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Hi, All of the castle area is open space and a nice leisurely walk along the cliff top to get to it. Bear in mind it’s a ruin so not much internal buildings left Normally a coffee shop inside the grounds too. Hope this helps
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Is it good for dogs???
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Yes, easy with dog on a lead
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Does this place have a stamp to put in NT passports?
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hi no it doesn't. the walk to the castle is NT but the castle it's self is English Heritage.
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