Newcastle Castle

Official account of #NewcastleCastle, #Northumberland, UK. Steeped in history, this Norman fortress is a rugged reminder of northern England’s turbulent past.

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The Castle Keep is waiting to welcome you in 2026!

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Sunday stories from the 1910s. Christmas editions.

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🎄Newcastle Castle wishes you all a merry Christmas! 🎄

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Elfred has been making the most of the castle this holiday season.

Come join him here at the castle and help him spread the festive joy!

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Castle Garth in the 1900s, looking positively Dickensian!https://t.co/aaPBAONfJO @turnipheadpic #NewcastleCastle

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Wishing for snow ☃️

#snow #christmas #winter

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Our 2024 annual review is now available on our website!

In this review we break down the year, showcasing what our charity does, what our values are and what we are planning moving forward.

Thank you all for your continued support!

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Living history. Connect with the city's past and be a part of its future.

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Be inspired and plan your weekend now at newcastlegateshead/autumnwinter

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Join us in the Great Hall of the Castle Keep for a day of Christmas Music.

The Shindig choir will be bringing some festive cheers to the Castle, singing songs ancient and modern.

Date: 13th December

Performance Times
11am
12:30pm
2pm

✨Standard admission charges apply.

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Our gift shop is decorated for christmas, and we have all kinds of gifts and stocking fillers.

We've got you covered!

🎄Gift shop
📌Location: Black Gate, 1st floor
⌚Opening times: Thursday to Monday, 10-4pm

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‼️IMPORTANT‼️

The Castle's opening hours are going to be a little different over the next few weeks.
Please see below:

Normal winter opening hours until the week of the 22nd of December.

22nd - 23rd OPEN
24th - 26th CLOSED
27th - 30th OPEN
31st - 1st CLOSED

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❄️Winter days❄️

#Winter2025 #Newcastle #Heritage #Castle #HolidaySeason

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Christmas Choir at Newcastle Castle!

Get into the festive season with the incredible Lindsay Hannon Shindig Choir! Lindsay and her choir will be joining us on Saturday 13th of December performing some lovely christmas tunes whilst in costume.

Included in your annual pass.

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Did you know that the Castle Keep was built on the site of an ancient roman fort, which was part of hadrian's wall?

Learn more about our layered history in the museum room of the Black Gate.

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Do you find our medieval fortress a bit intimidating?

Don't worry, we have a wonderful access guide that will help you arm yourself with all the information you need before your visit so that you can have a wonderful time on the day!

✨Link here: https://t.co/EJ3TRbnIjt

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In town this weekend? Pop into @NewcastleCastle to see the Carabao Cup in the Brave Defence exhibition. It’s only on for a few days so don’t miss. Your ticket will be valid for 12 months of more visits to the castle too.

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During the Halloween half-term we ran a popular drawing competition. With over 300 submissions. It was really hard to pick our winners, but we finally landed on these two fantastic drawings.

Thank you to everyone who participated, all of your artwork was wonderful.

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By Brave Defence Exhibition is now open to the public!

Don't miss out; visit us this week.

Our opening times are Thursday to Monday 10am-4pm.
Entry to this pop-up exhibition is free with the purchase of an annual pass.

More information here: https://t.co/iP7QRdyx3Z

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@RichieB55uk It really was a magical sight.

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Winter is officially here!