Bamburgh Castle

11th century1095UK (England)

CountryUK (England)

RegionNorthumberland

Period11th century

Year Built1095

About Bamburgh Castle

Sits on a basalt outcrop overlooking the North Sea. Was the capital of the kingdom of Northumbria. The first castle in the world to be restored by a private individual using scientific conservation. Featured in numerous films.

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