Brancepeth Castle
A medieval fortress first constructed in the mid-twelfth century and with a dynamic history, constantly changing hands and use.
Brancepeth, Co Durham, DH7 8DF
Features
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Accessible toilets
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Conference rooms
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Corporate hire
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Easily accessible without a car
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Film location
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Mostly wheelchair accessible
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Open fire
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Suppliers list
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WiFi
Brancepeth Castle is a historic building retaining many of its original features. As a result there is unfortunately no direct wheelchair access. Most of the tour is on the ground floor, which is all on one level and a wheelchair can be used, however there is a short staircase of 7 steps to gain entry. A temporary ramp can be erected, but advance notice is required.
Please apply via the castle website.
Accommodation at Brancepeth Castle
Quartermasters’ is a sunny self-contained flat with its own private access and parking. It has been sensitively modernised from an area last used by the army for their kitchens and retains its historic feel. It sleeps 3 people in a double and a single bedroom with two shower rooms, one en-suite.
The flat is centrally heated throughout and has a strong wi-fi signal. There is a fully equipped kitchen with electric hob and oven and microwave. The sitting room area has a TV with Netflix provided, and a range of terrestrial channels through the internet.
In the castle gatehouse there is a delightful independent tea room and gift shop. Quartermasters’ makes a great base for exploring one of the lesser-known parts of the country, with beautiful coastlines, picturesque villages, dramatic landscapes and a richness of nationally and internationally important historic buildings and sites.
Brancepeth Castle Golf Club is laid out in the former deer park of the castle and is a few minutes’ walk or drive from Quartermaster’s. It is rated as one of the top 100 courses in the country, and one of the finest in the north east of England. Guests staying at Quartermaster’s will be eligible for a 25% discount on visitor green fees.
Brancepeth Castle is a historic building retaining many of its original features. As a result there is unfortunately no direct wheelchair access. Most of the tour is on the ground floor, which is all on one level and a wheelchair can be used, however there is a short staircase of 7 steps to gain entry. A temporary ramp can be erected, but advance notice is required.
Please apply via the castle website.