Built in the 12th century, still remains as a reminder of its medieval past. The thickness of its walls, 12 feet in places, gives explanation to its longevity. The outer castle walls are long and narrow and fronted the North Sea to its north eastern side. It consists three wards. The majority of the living quarters, along with the 12th century chapel of Saint Oswald, are to be found within the inner ward. Bamburgh retains several small well decorated rooms though the main attraction is surely the magnificent Great Hall which, although rebuilt in Victorian times, retains a medieval air.
Today Bamburgh Castle is one of the finest, and most photographed, castles in England, commanding stunning views of the Farne and Holy islands and landward to the Cheviot hills. As well as being a popular tourist attraction it is licensed to conduct civil weddings.
