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Admission on Saturday 13th June 2026 and Joust event info 20th and 21st June

Saturday 13 June: Due to a private event, the State Rooms will close earlier than usual. Last admission will be at 2:30pm (instead of 4:15pm), so please arrive before then if you would like to visit this area. The Clocktower Café, Tack Room and Viking Market will remain open as normal until 4:45pm. Please note that access to the Inner Ward and Battery Terrace will be restricted from 4:30pm. Online tickets will not be available for this date, but tickets can be purchased on arrival at the admissions office.

20–21 June (Joust Event): The West Ward will be reserved for Joust ticket holders between 1pm and 3pm. General admission visitors will be able to access the West Ward after 3pm once the event has finished. Please note that general admission tickets do not include guaranteed access to the Joust event.

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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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