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Admission on Saturday 13th June 2026

Due to a private event, the State Rooms will close earlier than usual on Friday 13 June. Last admission to the State Rooms will be at 2:30pm (instead of 4:15pm). Please ensure you enter before 2:30pm if you wish to visit this area.

The Clocktower Café, Tack Room and Viking Market in the West Ward will remain open as normal until 4:45pm. However, access to the Inner Ward and Battery Terrace will be restricted from 4:30pm onwards.

Please note: online tickets will not be available for this date. Tickets can be purchased on arrival at the admissions office.

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01/07/2026 - 27/08/2026
11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Do you have what it takes to become a legendary Knight or the elegance and decadence of a true Princess?

Can you master the lance and unseat your rival in a thrilling clash of courage and skill?
Grip your lance, steady your aim, and charge into the arena for an epic test of strength, strategy, and fearless determination!

Visit us dressed in your finest knightly armour or most dazzling princess gown—and prepare for battle!
Step into the spotlight, embrace your royal role, and take part in an action-packed adventure where bravery meets elegance and legends are born!

This activity is included in general admission to the castle

Dates of this event:

July 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th, 22nd, 23rd, 29th & 30th

August 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th, 26th & 27th

The schools will be running throughout the day. In the event of bad weather there will be an alternative activity inside (room beyond the gift shop)

Bamburgh Castle reserve the right to cancel this event 



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