We recently learned via a random YouTube video that Tamworth Castle holds some pieces from the Staffordshire Hoard. On a sunny Sunday afternoon we took the opportunity to visit the castle which has a lot more to offer in addition to the Staffordshire Hoard. Tamworth Castle covers almost 1000 years of history from its early Anglo-Saxon roots to its life as a museum today.
You can find out about life at the castle throughout the eras, including Medieval, Tudor and Victorian, as you explore its many rooms, chambers and corridors – just beware of the dungeon and the haunted bedroom!
The castle’s walls hold a wealth of stories and legends, from expelled nuns to royal visits and you can discover them all as you step back through time.
Our newest exhibition ‘Battle and Tribute’ focuses on Tamworth’s Anglo-Saxon heritage as the capital of the ancient kingdom of Mercia, where you can get a close up look at exquisite pieces from the Staffordshire Hoard.
I haven’t been to Tamworth Castle for a long time and I didn’t realise it held some Staffordshire Hoard pieces. I must think of revisiting. Lovely photos.
Thank you, it only holds a few pieces of the hoard and also a torque found in a nearby field.
Oh there was a keep like this in Durham Castle, but it was not open for general public to visit.
I was very lucky that day, cos it was Heritage Open Day.
So it was FREE to visit the castle, Durham Cathedral and their Town Hall.
Durham Castle is home to Durham University so entrance is by tours only. It is well worth a visit.
Hmm, but on the day of my visit.
It was self-guided tour, there were volunteers in all major rooms to guide us.
Saw the Norman chapel, another chapel upstairs, a long gallery, Bishop’s Suite, grand staircase and Great Hall.
Oh, the Bishop’s Suite was inspired by Strawberry Hill House in London!
No wonder I thought I have something familiar inside the room.
Have you been to Strawberry Hill House before? It’s quite worth a visit.