Warkworth Castle and Hermitage Access

Access information for the site is listed below. For more information, or if you have particular access needs, please contact us before you visit. Please note that some facilities may require booking in advance.

Mobility / Older Visitors
Accessible Toilets
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Adult Changing Area
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Handrails
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Easy-use Cutlery
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Assistance Dogs Welcome
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Wheelchair Loan
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Site Folders
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Dog Bowl and Toileting
Dog bowl available.
Wheelchair Access
Access to the castle itself is limited, although the grounds are accessible.
Disabled Parking
No designated disabled parking spaces, but all parking is close to the entrance. Entrance to site is via gravel, grass, bridge slats and step (assistance is available for step).
OnSite Transport
No
Stairs
Step at entrance, ramp available from custodian. Keep is only accessible via a wide staircase. One staircase inside with handrail. Good vantage point in bailey.
Lift Access
No
Seating And Restpoints
None
Pathways Surface And Gradients
Access to bailey mostly on compacted gravel and grass surface.
Blind / Visually Impaired
Accessible Toilets
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Handrails
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Assistance Dogs Welcome
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Braille Guides
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Braille Signage
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Torches
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Sensory Experiences
No
Dog Bowl and Toileting
Dog bowl available.
Handling Objects
No
Audio Tours
Yes
Site Tours
No
Tactile Models
No
Colour Contrasts
No
Large Print
No
Deaf / Hard of Hearing
Assistance Dogs Welcome
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Vibrating Fire Alarms
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Tour Transcripts
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Film Subtitles
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BSL Tours
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Audio Installation Transcripts
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Dog Bowl and Toileting
Dog bowl available.
Induction Loops
Located inside the shop.
Learning Difficulties
Accessible Toilets
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Adult Changing Area
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Easy-use Cutlery
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Sensory Experiences
No
Handling Objects
No
Basic Language Audio Tours
No information available
Easy Read Material
No
Large Print Material
No
Dyslexia Friendly Material
No
Culinary / Dietary
Easy-use Cutlery
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Bottle / Food Warming
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High Chairs
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Special Diets
No information available
Health And Safety
Deep Water
There is deep water by the riverside walk down to the Hermitage as well as when crossing the river over to the Hermitage.
Trip Hazard
Historic steps and low ruined walls.
Sheer Drop
Yes
Slip Hazard
Grassed and stone areas may be slippery when wet.
Steep Slope
Yes
Steep Stairs
Two flights of narrow, steep and uneven staircases to climb to access the site.
Beware Of Traffic
The castle car park can become busy during peak times.
Uneven Ground
There is uneven ground at the Hermitage and on the walk along the river.