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Castle Keep

Built 1168-1178 and one of the finest surviving examples of a Norman keep in the country with panoramic views of the city from the roof. Small museum within keep.

Opening Times

01/04/2008 - 30/09/2008
Day	Times
Monday	09:00	17:30
Tuesday	09:00	17:30
Wednesday	09:00	17:30
Thursday	09:00	17:30
Friday	09:00	17:30
Saturday	09:00	17:30
Sunday	09:00	17:30
Bank Holiday	09:00	17:30

01/10/2008 - 31/12/2008
Day	Times
Monday	09:00	17:00
Tuesday	09:00	17:00
Wednesday	09:00	17:00
Thursday	09:00	17:00
Friday	09:00	17:00
Saturday	09:00	17:00
Sunday	09:00	17:00
Bank Holiday	09:00	17:00

Prices

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff*
Castle Keep	£1.50 per ticket type
Castle Keep	£0.50 per ticket type
Castle Keep	£0.50 per ticket type

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Public Transport Directions

Nearest station is Newcastle Central Station. From main entrance turn right along Neville Street, keep right at Westgate Road to junction with St Nicholas Street, Castle Keep is across road on your right.

Facilities

Accessibility

Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - Introduction loop at entrance.
Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Braille and larger type guide available.
Guide Dogs Permitted
Ramp / Level Access

Payment Methods

Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.Preferably by appointment
Max group size - 60
Min group size - 12
TIC Staff Admitted Free

Tours and Demonstrations

Educational Visits Accepted
Guided Tours Available for Groups

Castle Keep

Saint Nicholas Street
Castle Garth
Newcastle upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE1 1RQ

Tel: +44 0191 2327938

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