Chillingham, Northumberland, NE66 5NJ (Show me directions) Show Map
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This 12th century stronghold, just twenty minutes from the seaside and the home of Sir Humphry Wakefield and his family, became 'base-camp' for the 1298 conquering attack on William Wallace by "Hammer of the Scots", King Edward 1st. Wallace had raided the previous year, burning the women and children to death in the local abbey. The Castle was given permission to add battlements by King Edward III in 1344 (See the actual License in the Castle). The Elizabethans added 'Long Galleries' and Capability Brown designed the park in 1752. The glorious Italian garden was laid out in the 19th century by Sir Jeffrey Wyatville, fresh from his royal triumphs at Windsor Castle. Royal visits from 1200s to this century, and winner of many architectural awards.
The Castle is now open to the public and also available for weddings, private functions, tours and has self catering apartments. It is ideally situated for exploring the breathtaking Northumbrian countryside, located 10 miles from the coast and around 70 miles from both Newcastle and Edinburgh.
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Private Functions and Grand balls can last till dawn. There are candle lit dinner parties with log fires, weddings, anniversaries and celebrations.,Corporate events with clay shooting and archery. Hunting and Fishing can also be arranged, just any event large or small can be individually arranged to suit you.
Fishing is also available on the River Till, a Fishing Permit is available from the Castle for £10 per day. Within a few miles of the coast and being in close proximity to several golf courses, Chillingham is ideally situated for a unique holiday, with fishing, golf and stately home visits.
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