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Dunstanburgh Castle

North East

Iconic castle ruin, in an impressive coastal setting

Craster, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 3TT

View of Dunstanburgh Castle, Northumberland from the North West taken on a stormy winter afternoon

Important notice

Dunstanburgh Castle is managed by English Heritage. Free entry for NT members ( with membership card). For opening times, please visit: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/dunstanburgh. Last entry is 1 hour before advertised closing time.

Planning your visit

Booking your visit 

Dunstanburgh Castle is managed by English Heritage. To book tickets, please visit their website. National Trust members enter free with a valid membership card. Please note that English Heritage are unable to look up membership details. NT members please use ‘Associated Organisation' option when booking.

Dunstanburgh Castle, Northumberland seen from the beach at Craster with waves washing over the rocky shore on a sunny day

Safety near livestock at Dunstanburgh Castle 

The coastal walk to Dunstanburgh Castle passes through active farmland. Read our guide to walking near livestock, including tips for walking your dog safely.

Aerial shot of two visitors walking along a path surrounded by rocky grassland, at Dunstanburgh Castle

Visiting the Northumberland Coast with your dog 

Dogs can really stretch their legs on the long sandy beaches of the Northumberland Coast. Find out what facilities are available, where you can walk your dog and seasonal restrictions.

Visitors walking with their dog on the beach at Lindisfarne Castle, Northumberland

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