Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Not all English Heritage properties are open yet, and those that are require pre-booking via their website.

If you, or any of your party have a new persistant cough, or develop a fever of 38C, we would instead advise you to use the NHS's dedicated website for professional advice.

Aydon Castle

Fine example of a small castle built as a manor-house in the late 13thC and fortified shortly after. Converted to a farmhouse in the 17thC.

  • Currently: Partly cloudy, 4° C
  • Thursday: Light rain shower, 8° C
  • Friday: Medium-level cloud, 7° C