Bamburgh Cottages

Holiday Cottages in Bamburgh

The picturesque village of Bamburgh on the Northumbrian coast is dominated by its romantic and majestic sandstone castle sitting on top of its steep basalt crag. With great views looking out over seemingly endless sand dunes to the distant Farne Islands, originally an ancient tribal stronghold the name Bamburgh is believed to originate from the first King of Northumbria, Aethelfrid, who called the fort (or burgh) after his wife Bebba – over time Bebba’s Burgh became Bamburgh.

The great castle was restored by Victorian industrialist, Lord Armstrong.  The village churchyard is also the last resting place of Grace Darling and a museum about her daring deeds lies opposite.  A holiday cottage in Bamburgh puts you at the heart of miles of unspoilt coastal countryside with lots of surrounding activities and attractions for all the family – perfect!

Things to do in Bamburgh

Visit fabulous Bamburgh Castle and find out about its restorer, Lord Armstrong. Below its magnificent walls stretch out on vast uncrowded beaches for great ball games, sandcastle building and sea shore walks.  Clustered around a picturesque green there are several charming little shops, tearooms and pubs in the village. 

Learn all about Grace Darling at the museum with lots of seasonal events for little ones.  Visit the 11th century Norman church of St. Aidan’s, where you’ll find Grace’s grave.  A few miles up the coast visit the bustling seaside town of Seahouses with seasonal fairs and boat trips out to the Farne Islands to see the seal colonies and seabirds.  You’re also within easy reach of the Holy Island of Lindisfarne and fabulous Alnwick Castle of Harry Potter fame.  All this plus superb walking, cycling, riding and golf courses for plenty of great sea air!