Historic houses · North East England
The Donjon
In or near Warkworth.
The Donjon — a Grade I-listed historic house in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Acklington · 5.0 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
The Donjon is a Grade I-listed building in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom. Grade I status is conferred by Historic England (or Cadw, Historic Environment Scotland or NIEA equivalents) on buildings of exceptional national interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for full historical and architectural details.
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Official information
Warkworth Castle is a historic fortress that served as a residence for the Percy family, showcasing medieval architecture and history. Visitors can explore various trails, listen to audio tours, and discover the castle's Great Tower, wine cellars, and chapel. The nearby Hermitage, accessible by a riverside walk and ferry, offers a unique rock-cut chapel experience.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Coquet and Coquet Valley Woodlands 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
The Donjon is a historic house located in the Scottish Lowlands. It is designated as a Grade I listed building, highlighting its exceptional architectural and historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 55.3458, -1.6117
- District
- Northumberland
- Parish
- Warkworth
- Postcode
- NE65 0UJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Northumberland
- Nearest railway station
- Acklington — 5 km
- Opening
- Daily 10am–5pm; last entry at 4.30pm
- Official site
- www.english-heritage.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q17527715 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Donjon?
- The Donjon is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode NE65 0UJ), in the parish of Warkworth.
- What is The Donjon?
- The Donjon — a Grade I-listed historic house in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Donjon?
- The nearest railway station is Acklington, about 5.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode NE65 0UJ.
- Is The Donjon a listed building?
- The Donjon is officially recognised as Grade I listed.
- Is The Donjon a protected site?
- Yes — The Donjon is part of the River Coquet and Coquet Valley Woodlands SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Northumberland Shore SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to The Donjon?
- The nearest railway station is Acklington, about 5.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NE65 0UJ.