Archaeological sites · North East England
Bamburgh Research Project Archaeological Site
In or near Bamburgh.
Bamburgh Research Project Archaeological Site — a archaeological in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Chathill · 8.1 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Bamburgh Research Project Archaeological Site is a archaeological located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Bamburgh Research Project is an archaeological initiative focused on excavating Bamburgh Castle in Northumberland, a site with significant historical importance. Visitors can learn about the ongoing excavations, which reveal layers of history from the Anglo-Saxon period to the present, including industrial activities and burial sites.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Bamburgh Dunes SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Northumberland Shore SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Northumberland Coast
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Bamburgh Research Project Archaeological Site is located in central Scotland. This site focuses on the archaeological investigation of Bamburgh Castle and its surrounding area, providing insights into the region's history and heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 55.6099, -1.7123
- District
- Northumberland
- Parish
- Bamburgh
- Postcode
- NE69 7DF
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Northumberland
- Nearest railway station
- Chathill — 8.1 km
- Official site
- bamburghresearchproject.co.uk
Sources
- osm: way/405517389 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bamburgh Research Project Archaeological Site?
- Bamburgh Research Project Archaeological Site is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode NE69 7DF), in the parish of Bamburgh.
- What is Bamburgh Research Project Archaeological Site?
- Bamburgh Research Project Archaeological Site — a archaeological in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Bamburgh Research Project Archaeological Site?
- The nearest railway station is Chathill, about 8.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode NE69 7DF.
- Is Bamburgh Research Project Archaeological Site a protected site?
- Yes — Bamburgh Research Project Archaeological Site is part of the Bamburgh Dunes SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Northumberland Shore SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Bamburgh Research Project Archaeological Site free to visit?
- Yes, Bamburgh Research Project Archaeological Site is free to enter.
- How do I get to Bamburgh Research Project Archaeological Site?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode NE69 7DF. It sits within the North Northumberland parliamentary constituency.