Welcome to Brancepeth Castle.
Brancepeth Castle is a medieval castle near Durham. First constructed in the mid-12th century, it has a dynamic history, constantly changing hands and use. Now a family home, it is open to visitors on a number of days each year and for public events. Because of the Coronavirus outbreak we have sadly decided that the castle will remain closed for tours this year, but we look forward to welcoming visitors in 2021. |
VIRTUAL CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR 2020
27 November - 31 December 2020
Due to the current restrictions our gates must remain closed, but we wanted to continue our 30-year tradition of hosting the Christmas Craft Fair and offering our visitors the chance to find unique, handmade Christmas gifts.
Please click the link below to browse the Virtual Craft Fair containing stalls from some of the North's greatest craftspeople.
Due to the current restrictions our gates must remain closed, but we wanted to continue our 30-year tradition of hosting the Christmas Craft Fair and offering our visitors the chance to find unique, handmade Christmas gifts.
Please click the link below to browse the Virtual Craft Fair containing stalls from some of the North's greatest craftspeople.
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Tours
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Craft Fairs
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Events
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Weddings and Functions
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Holiday Lets
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The castle is an ideal venue for your wedding if you are looking for a beautiful setting with the opportunity to do something that is really personal.
We offer you the use of up to six reception rooms of which the largest are the Ballroom and Armour Gallery each seating 150/170 guests, or nearly 200 with a compact table layout. |
The first castle built on this site was a Norman castle built by the Bulmers. The castle was then expanded in the 14th century by the Neville family who also owned Raby Castle.
Most of the currently visible parts of the castle were build in the 19th century in a large reconstruction project done by the Russell family with help from renowned architects John Patterson and Anthony Salvin.
In modern times the castle has also seen use a millitary hospital during the First World War and the regimental headquarters for the Durham Light Infantry during the Second World War.
Most of the currently visible parts of the castle were build in the 19th century in a large reconstruction project done by the Russell family with help from renowned architects John Patterson and Anthony Salvin.
In modern times the castle has also seen use a millitary hospital during the First World War and the regimental headquarters for the Durham Light Infantry during the Second World War.