Haughton Castle

The old Northumbrian families of Swinburne and Widdrington held the Castle throughout the turbulent times of the Scots wars and the Border Reivers until losing it in the Civil War. Much later, Victorian occupants aggrandised some of the Castle, but also left it in its present fine condition.

Note: The Castle is not open to the public. However the Owner has indicated that he would be happy to show Cottage Visitors around, subject obviously to it being practicable at the time.

Haughton Castle Lodge

Situated just inside the gateway to the drive leading to the Castle, about 200 yards further on, The Lodge is an attractive, classical, single storey stone building with a pleasing outlook. It has central heating throughout.

Aerial view of Haughton Castle Lodge	Kitchen

The compact kitchen with stable door, is light and well equipped with electric 4 hob cooker, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and washing machine.

Haughton Castle Lodge - Sitting room

Double bedroom	Twin bedroom

The charming sitting room, with dining area, has a wood burning stove, TV/DVD player and digi-box and a view across the drive to pasture and a small lake beyond. The double and twin bedrooms are generously sized and share the bathroom with over the bath shower.

Outside: The cottage is sheltered and screened by the high stone Park wall and has a sunny garden and lawn (not enclosed), and a paved barbeque/sitting area on one side. There is an enclosed yard at the back, a drying room, a deep-freeze room and, unusually a modern outside WC. A tennis court is available for use by arrangement with the owner. Raquets and balls can be provided.

Haughton Castle - Aerial view

Cottage Visitors may walk on the Estate land and particularly along the 2 miles of the quite beautiful North Tyne river which is part of the estate.