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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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14/02/2026 - 01/11/2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

A whole menagerie of creatures have taken up residence inside Bamburgh Castle for Tails & Tales –  a delightful new indoor sculpture trail inspired by familiar sayings – hidden throughout the Castle’s rooms.

Wander through Bamburgh Castle and discover a trail of surprising, theatrical installations inspired by well-known idioms and phrases. From a tiger leaping through flaming hoops and a proud peacock in full display, to curious woodland creatures, balancing acts and playful puppetry, each room reveals a new scene packed with character, craft and humour.

Follow the trail and see if you can uncover the phrases behind each character.

Suitable for all ages. Included with general admission.



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