Bothal Castle Castle
Ruined medieval castle beside the River Wansbeck
Bothal Castle in Northumberland retains a medieval keep and moated earthworks; visitors photograph the ruins and stroll the surrounding countryside.
Bothal Castle at a Glance#
Address: Bothal, Northumberland, England
How to Get to Bothal Castle#
Bothal is north of Morpeth in Northumberland. By car: follow local B-roads; parking is available near the village. Nearest rail links are Morpeth and Pegswood, with a taxi or local bus to reach Bothal.
Tips for Visiting Bothal Castle#
- The castle sits near a river - watch for damp and slippery surfaces on approaches.
- Nearby village pubs provide a good place to warm up after a blustery look around the grounds.
- Check local archives if researching the castle's medieval history; parts of the structure have been altered over centuries.
Best Time to Visit Bothal Castle#
Spring and autumn provide pleasant conditions for exploring riverside castles in Northumberland.
Weather & Climate near Bothal Castle#
Bothal Castle's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 19°C. Moderate rainfall (618 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 1° - 6° | -1° | 54 mm | overcast | 94% | 6.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.6h |
| February | Poor | 1° - 7° | 0° | 39 mm | overcast | 92% | 6.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.4h |
| March | Poor | 2° - 9° | 2° | 51 mm | overcast | 89% | 6.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 4° | 45 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.2 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 7° | 49 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.8 m/s | 1.1 high | 16.0h |
| June | Good | 8° - 17° | 13° | 50 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.5 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.1h |
| July | Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 49 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.2 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.6h |
| August | Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 61 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.3 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 14.8h |
| September | Good | 9° - 16° | 13° | 53 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.6h |
| October | Acceptable | 7° - 13° | 7° | 52 mm | overcast | 90% | 5.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.3h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 9° | 3° | 58 mm | overcast | 93% | 5.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.1h |
| December | Poor | 2° - 7° | 1° | 57 mm | overcast | 95% | 5.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |
