Castle Keep

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The Castle Keep of Newcastle upon Tyne was built by Henry II between 1168-1178, it is one of the finest surviving examples of a Norman Keep in the country.

The Castle Keep is a Grade 1 listed building, a Scheduled Ancient monument, and is open to the public 361 days of the year as a heritage visitor attraction.

Opening hours:

Open 10am Monday to Saturday and 12 noon on Sunday.
Last admission 4:15pm. Closing Time: 5pm.
Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.

Castle Keep