Chillingham Castle
Explore lakes, wildlife, and historic trees.
Date:
11 Jul 2026 - 11 Jul 2026
Location:
Chillingham Castle, Chillingham, Northumberland, NE66 5NJ
Event:
Open gardens
Entrance fee:
£7.50, (garden, grounds and tearoom access only). Please note, tickets are sold at the garden on the day only.
Times:
11am - 4pm
Garden owner:
Sir Humphrey Wakefield
For all enquiries, please get in touch with us by email: opengardens@redcross.org.uk
What to see at Chillingham Castle gardens
Chillingham Castle’s historic gardens, recently featured on Monty Don’s British Gardens on BBC2, were designed in 1828 by Sir Jeffry Wyatville. These stunning grounds feature formal layouts, serene woodland walks, and northern England’s longest herbaceous border.
Visitors can explore picturesque lakes, observe diverse wildlife, and discover a fascinating variety of dated trees, each with details on their history and upkeep.
The gardens offer a peaceful retreat, rich in history and natural beauty, making them an essential visit for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.
Whether strolling through vibrant floral displays or simply unwinding in the tearoom, visitors to Chillingham Castle’s gardens will find a unique blend of history, scenery, and relaxation.
Your visit helps people in crisis
The Red Cross helps people in the UK and across the world get the support they need in an emergency. With Open Gardens, you'll be raising funds for this important work.
Refreshments
Refreshments available to purchase in the Tearoom.
Chillingham Castle boasts some of the highest levels of paranormal activity in the country, with a large collection of spectres and apparitions spotted by visitors over the years. Ghost tour and hunt start times vary. Please check times.
Event information
Address
Chillingham Castle
Chillingham
Northumberland
NE66 5NJ
Directions
By Car:
The location is clearly marked from the Alnwick/Berwick A1. Ignore the first sign Chillingham/North Charlton and take the Chatton/Wooler road, a few hundred yards north of the Purdy Lodge/Bamburgh turn. The locations is clearly marked from the Newcastle/Wooler A697 (nearer to Wooler and also marked from Wooler).
Parking:
Enter through the main gates. Free parking signposted.
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Facilities
- Refreshments
- No dogs allowed (assistance dogs only)
- Limited wheelchair access
- Parking
- Toilet facilities
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