Castle Newcastle, England
The Castle Keep of Newcastle upon Tyne was built by Henry II between 1168-1178 at a cost of £1,444, and is one of the finest surviving examples of a Norman Keep in the country.
It stands within a site that also contains: an early motte and bailey castle built by Robert Curthose, the son of William the Conqueror: an Anglo-Saxon cemetery and a Roman Fort.
The Castle Keep is a Grade 1 listed building, a Scheduled Ancient monument, and is open to the public 361 days of the year as a heritage visitor attraction.
Opening Times
Open 10am Monday to Saturday and 12 noon on Sunday.
Last admission 4:15pm.
Closing Time: 5pm.
Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
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Ticket Prices
Adults £4.00p
Senior Citizens and Students £2.50p
Under 18s free (When accompanied by a responsible adult)
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Disabled Facilities
Disabled person's facilities include a virtual tour of the Keep and Castle Garth situated within the Garrison Room on the ground floor of the Keep. The tours are by appointment only and free of charge.
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More Information
Telephone:
0191 232 7938
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Location Map
Castle Garth,
Newcastle upon Tyne,
England
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Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 5DH Distance: 0.2 miles |
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