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Unusual Attractions in Bamburgh

Bamburgh, England

Teak Ceiling at Bamburgh Castle

The medieval-looking hammer beam teak roof may be a Victorian vanity, but it's still absolutely magnificent.

Bamburgh, England

Grace Darling Museum

This museum honors the young maritime hero who became an unexpected Victorian-era celebrity.

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Holy Island of Lindisfarne, England

Holy Island Boat Sheds

These upturned herring boats make nifty storage sheds for fishing goods.

5 miles from Bamburgh

Northumberland, England

St. Cuthbert's Cave

A rocky outcrop where monks hid their most holy relic while escaping Danish invaders.

7 miles from Bamburgh

Holy Island of Lindisfarne, England

Pilgrims Way to Holy Island

Twice a day this ancient path disappears with the tides, leaving the Holy Island of Lindisfarne out to sea.

7 miles from Bamburgh

Northumberland, England

St. Nicholas Church House

Decaying 18th-century church converted to a single-family home.

8 miles from Bamburgh

Chillingham, England

Chillingham Castle

This 13th century castle is chock full of ghosts and impossibly rare cows.

9 miles from Bamburgh

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