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Attractions
The historic county of Northumberland is steeped in history. Ancient monuments, historic ruins, countless castles and beautiful scenery complemet contemporary attractions like the Sage Music Centre and Kielder Water. Visitors to Northumberland have a wealth of attractions within easy reach so you will enjoy everything North East England has to offer.
Northumberland Castles
| Alnwick Castle | Alnwick Castle
Alnwick Castle is the ancient ancestral home of the Duke of Northumberland. Any would be enthusiast of Northumbrian history will find a wealth of artefacts depicting this important noble throughout the history of this aristocratic seat. Voted the Best Large Visitor Attraction - North East Tourism Awards 2006
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| Aydon Castle | Aydon Castle
Aydon Castle near the ancient Roman town of Corbridge was originally built as a manor house in the thirteenth century. Situated just off the A68 this popular Northumberland often plays host to a range of seasonal exhibItions and events.
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| Bamburgh Castle | Bamburgh Castle
This is one of the most famous sites in the north east and is open from March through to October. Bamburgh Castle lies on the beautiful Northumbrian coast overlooking stunning beaches. Lord Armstorng, one of Britains leading industrialists restored the castle in the late nineteenth century.
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| Warkworth Castle | Warkworth Castle
Warkworth Castle dominates the village of Warkworth and has architecture from the fourteenth, fifteenth and sixteenth century for visitors to Northumberland to explore. The dramatic ruins, fifteenth century keep, stunning chapel, magnificent great hall and imposing lion tower are open from April to September.
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| Chipchase Castle | Chpchase Castle
Chipchase Castle is a fine medieval tower house with Jacobean and later additions. The castle is still a family home although it is open to the public during the month of June. The castle is set in beautiful surroundings in the North Tyne valley, and three acres of gardens are open throughout the summer.
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| Dunstanburgh | Dunstanburgh Castle
Dunstanburgh Castle in Northumberland is only one mile from the beautiful coastal village of Craster. Today only ruins remain of this once imposing 14th Century castle.
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| Etal Castle |
Etal Castle
Etal Castle boasts a splendid exhibition depicting the bloody border conflict between England and Scotland that lasted for centuries. Today the castle remains are an energising way to see Northumberland without risking attack from over the border.
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| Lindisfarne Castle |
Lindisfarne Castle
Set on the ancient Island of Lindisfarne, referred to by locals as Holy Island this Castle in Northumberland has been a popular destination with visitors eager to experience the Christian history of the Western World. The island is accessible via a causeway so check the tide times for Lindisfarne before setting out.
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| Chipchase Castle |
Chpchase Castle
Chipchase Castle is a fine medieval tower house with Jacobean and later additions. The castle is still a family home although it is open to the public during the month of June. The castle is set in beautiful surroundings in the North Tyne valley, and three acres of gardens are open throughout the summer.
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Facts about Northumbria
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Northumberland is still largely rural and is the least populated county in England, |
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