Chillingham Castle
Northumberland, England
Key facts
- Operator
- Sir Humphry Wakefield family
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Nearest station
- Chathill, 7.8 miles (straight-line)
- Stays
- Overnight accommodation available
Pinpoint
Chillingham Castle, Chillingham, Alnwick NE66 5NJ
A medieval fortress restored from near-ruin by Sir Humphry Wakefield and his family, who still live there and let out self-catering apartments within the walls. It has a long-standing reputation - one of the most cited in England - as a haunted castle, built up around its torture chamber and dungeon displays.
Who to know
Sir Humphry Wakefield · restored the fortress from near-ruin and still lives there
Worth the trip
The dungeon and torture chamber displays, the centrepiece of Chillingham's reputation as one of England's most talked-about haunted houses.
Before you go
No visitor reviews or rating data were available for this listing - check current opening times and tour arrangements directly before travelling, as access and self-catering bookings are run privately by the family.
Self-catering apartments in the castle
Common questions about Chillingham Castle
Where is Chillingham Castle?
Chillingham Castle is in Northumberland, England, at Chillingham Castle, Chillingham, Alnwick NE66 5NJ.
Do you need a ticket to visit Chillingham Castle?
Yes - Chillingham Castle is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by Sir Humphry Wakefield family. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
Can you stay overnight at Chillingham Castle?
Yes - Chillingham Castle offers bookable accommodation, so you can spend the night in the castle itself or within its grounds. See the Castles You Can Sleep In guide for the full list and how each stay works.
What is the highlight of visiting Chillingham Castle?
The dungeon and torture chamber displays, the centrepiece of Chillingham's reputation as one of England's most talked-about haunted houses.
Is Chillingham Castle a ruin or still intact?
Chillingham Castle is largely intact - Self-catering apartments in the castle.
