English Heritage sites near Chillingham Parish
EDLINGHAM CASTLE
11 miles from Chillingham Parish
The riverside ruins, principally the solar tower, of a manor house progressively fortified against the Scots during the 14th century.
LINDISFARNE PRIORY
11 miles from Chillingham Parish
Lindisfarne Priory sits on Holy Island and is a great family day out in Northumberland. Reached by causeway at low tide, the peaceful atmosphere and beautiful views make a visit well worth the effort.
ETAL CASTLE
12 miles from Chillingham Parish
Etal was built in the mid 14th century by Robert Manners as a defence against Scots raiders, in a strategic position by a ford over the river Till.
DUNSTANBURGH CASTLE
12 miles from Chillingham Parish
Dramatic Dunstanburgh Castle was built at a time when relations between King Edward II and his most powerful baron, Earl Thomas of Lancaster, had become openly hostile.
WARKWORTH CASTLE
17 miles from Chillingham Parish
If you are planning a fun family day out in Northumberland then look no further than Warkworth Castle with its magnificent cross-shaped keep crowning a hilltop above the River Coquet.
NORHAM CASTLE
17 miles from Chillingham Parish
Commanding a vital ford over the River Tweed, Norham was one of the strongest of the border castles, and the most often attacked by the Scots.
Churches in Chillingham Parish
St Peter
Chillingham
Alnwick
01665 578619
http://www.holycross.chatton.uk
Perhaps most significant is the famous 15th century tomb of Sir Ralph Grey sited in the South Chapel. A detailed description of this tomb, published by the Society of Antiquities, is available at the back of church, for £3.50, the Vicar would be glad to supply copies to anyone interested.
No churches found in Chillingham Parish