Chillingham Castle, located in Northumberland, England, has a rich history dating back to the 12th century. Originally a monastery, it was converted into a fortified castle in 1344 to defend against Scottish raiders during the Anglo-Scottish wars.
The castle played a significant role during these conflicts, hosting notable figures such as King Edward I, who used it as a staging ground for his campaigns. Over the centuries, Chillingham underwent various renovations, transforming from a medieval stronghold into a stately home. It remained in the Grey family for centuries before being restored by Sir Humphry Wakefield, whose family currently owns it. Today, Chillingham Castle is renowned for its historical significance, architectural beauty, and reputation as one of the most haunted castles in England, attracting visitors from around the world.
The formidable walls of the garden and groundsChillingham CastleChillingham CastleBat weather vane on top of castleMain entrance gate of Chillingham CastleStag skull and horn in entrance wayOrnate lighting brackets in the courtyardThe medieval courtyard at Chillingham castleUnknown Artwork in a side room of the entranceThe Great hall at Chillingham CastleClose up of the brass and pewter tableware in the great hallSuit of armour on display in the Great hallFireplace and Elephant Decoration in the Great HallThe Great hall at Chillingham CastleMany weapons adorn the walls of the Great HallSome assorted antiques in the great hallEvery possible nook, cranny and space is filled with antiquesThe "hat" roomVarious leads and collars hanging on the stairway wallEstate accounts ledger, dated 1797View across the courtyard from the stair wellOne of the bedrooms in Chillingham CastleAntique plates hanging on a wallAntique chairs, cabinets and fossils adorn the tower staircaseAncient Greek Aurox from 8000BCFossilised bulls head, ~1.3 million years oldSpinning wheel and woolAntique lanterns adorn the staircaseView of the Italian gardens from the battlementsThe Edward I RoomThe Edward I RoomThe original "Licence to Crenellate” (royal permission to build battlements) issued in 1344Gauntlets and armour on display in the Edward I RoomThe Edward I RoomKing James I RoomKing James I RoomKing James I RoomKing James I Room Ceiling DetailCopy of Jane's Historical Aircraft, 1917Antiques displayed in the libraryThe Plaque Room LibraryThe Plaque Room LibraryThe Plaque Room Library displays intriguing family memorabilia and furnishings.The New Dining RoomThe New Dining RoomView from the chapel to the Minstrel’s HallThe Wakefield family chapelThe Wakefield family chapelAlcove in the chapel with the original bellThe Minstrel’s Hall is now the tea roomThe Fireplace in the Minstrel’s HallIn the Minstrel's Hall is the world record antlers for a giant prehistoric elkThe Berthele is full of prehistoric stones and tools from the various local tribesThe Torture ChamberThe Berthele is full of prehistoric stones and tools from the various local tribesTools made with antler horn, and fine arrow headsBed of nails in the torture chamberBarrel of Nails in the torture chamberThe RackThe Torture ChamberThe spiked chairThe Torture ChamberVarious thumb screws, chains, leg irons and branding irons in the Torture Chamber The culdronExecutioners blockThe spiked chairCages and man traps in the torture chamberCages and man traps in the torture chamberGarden tools and equipment in the mud roomChillingham Castle Exterior from the GardensChillingham Castle Exterior from the GardensChillingham Castle Exterior from the GardensFoxgloves in the Chillingham Castle GardensFlowers in Chillingham Castle GardensFlowers in Chillingham Castle GardensThe Still Room displays artefacts from the families Arctic and Everest expeditionsThe medieval courtyard at Chillingham castleAnother side room filled with antiques
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