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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. |
SUMMER CRAFT FAIR
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Around 50 independent crafts people exhibiting a huge number of interesting, different, and high-quality produce from all over the north-east and beyond will be displayed for sale in the beautiful medieval setting of Brancepeth Castle.
Friday 29 July 2022
10am - 5pm
Saturday 30 July 2022
10am - 5pm
Sunday 31 July 2022
12 noon - 5pm
10am - 5pm
Saturday 30 July 2022
10am - 5pm
Sunday 31 July 2022
12 noon - 5pm
We run a system of timed entry slots to help a smooth flow around the fair. Please arrive within your booked entry slot - you are then welcome to spend as long as you like in the fair until closing time. Admittance outside of your slot is subject to availability.
2022 TOURs
We are pleased to announce our full schedule of tours in 2022.
You must book before 6pm the day before for tours in January, February, March, November and December.
From April to October numbers on tours are limited, so you may wish to reserve a place using the booking form below, but it is usually possible just to turn up.
If you have any access requirements you will need to book at least 48 hours in advance, click here for more information.
You must book before 6pm the day before for tours in January, February, March, November and December.
From April to October numbers on tours are limited, so you may wish to reserve a place using the booking form below, but it is usually possible just to turn up.
If you have any access requirements you will need to book at least 48 hours in advance, click here for more information.
The castle will continue to be open throughout the winter. Click More Information below for the list of available dates.
All tours are led by a member of the family and visit principal rooms in the medieval and Regency parts of the building on ground floor and basement levels. A tour lasts approximately a hour. |
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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. |
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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.
