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Things to see in Bamburgh (United Kingdom): 17 places and when to go
Bamburgh is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 17 places in and around it, mainly History (8), Architecture (3), Temples (3). The best known are Bamburgh Castle, Alnwick Castle and Dunstanburgh Castle. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 17 h 12 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 48. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 55.6094, -1.7108
- Places
- 17 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (8) · Architecture (3) · Temples (3) · Nature (1) · Museums and art (1) · Hiking (1)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- EDI Ingliston, Edinburgh, 111 km as the crow flies
What to see in Bamburgh
The places in and around Bamburgh, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Bamburgh CastleGrade I listed historic house museum in Bamburgh, United Kingdom5 m
- Alnwick CastleCastle and stately home in Alnwick, Northumberland, England, UK; seat of the Duke of Northumberland, England, UK22 km
- Dunstanburgh CastleCastle in Craster, Northumberland, England, UK15 km
- Lindisfarne CastleGrade I listed historic house museum in Holy Island, United Kingdom8.1 km
- Chillingham CastleGrade I listed historic house museum in Northumberland, England, UK15 km
- Alnwick GardenComplex of formal gardens near Alnwick Castle22 km
- Lindisfarne PrioryGrade I listed priory on Holy Island, Northumberland, England, United Kingdom8.7 km
- Farne LighthouseLighthouse in North Sunderland, Northumberland, England, UK3.5 km
- Longstone LighthouseLighthouse on one of the Farne Islands, England7.4 km
- Bamburgh LighthouseLighthouse at Black Rocks Point, Bamburgh, England1.2 km
- St Michael and All Angels Church, HowickChurch in Howick, Longhoughton, Northumberland, NE6619 km
- Church of St Michael, AlnhamGrade I listed church in Alnham, Northumberland, England, UK31 km
- Embleton TowerGrade I listed building in Embleton, Northumberland, England, UK14 km
- Guile Point East LighthouseLighthouse on Old Law, in Northumberland, England7.5 km
- St Aidan's Church, BamburghGrade I listed church in Bamburgh, Northumberland, England, UK496 m
- Bailiffgate MuseumLocal museum in Alnwick, Northumberland, England, United Kingdom21 km
- Northumberland Coast PathHiking13 km
When to go to Bamburgh
The best time to visit Bamburgh is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not7:23
- FebPossible9:19
- MarPossible11:27
- AprBest time13:52
- MayBest time15:58
- JunBest time17:12
- JulBest time16:41
- AugBest time14:48
- SepBest time12:26
- OctPossible10:06
- NovBetter not7:56
- DecPossible6:48
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 17 h 12 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 48. In April, 17 of the 17 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Bamburgh
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI, Ingliston, Edinburgh), 111 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Wooler22 places20 km
- Spittal28 places24 km
- Morpeth30 places36 km
- Stichill17 places47 km
- Belsay8 places56 km
- Cranshaws18 places56 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Bamburgh?
The best known: Bamburgh Castle, Alnwick Castle, Dunstanburgh Castle, Lindisfarne Castle, Chillingham Castle. In all, 17 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Bamburgh?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 17 h 12 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 48.
How do you get to Bamburgh?
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), 111 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Bamburgh as the destination and these 17 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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