Vicar's Pele, Corbridge
A small tower in the middle of town: a two-minute look on the way to an ice cream.
The short answer
Vicar's Pele, Corbridge is in Corbridge. You can only see it from outside. Seen from the churchyard and the street any time.
What you actually see
Built in the 14th century in the south-east corner of St Andrew's churchyard, it's one of three fortified vicarages in the county, with walls 1.3 metres thick.
Known for: One of Northumberland's three fortified vicarages.
Tips before you go
Aydon Castle is two miles away if you want a castle you can go inside (it reopens in 2027).
Where Vicar's Pele, Corbridge is
Corbridge. OpenStreetMap ↗ · Directions ↗
Castles near Vicar's Pele, Corbridge
Dilston Castle
1.1 miles south-west as the crow flies · Dilston, near Corbridge · Open days only
Aydon Castle
1.4 miles north-east as the crow flies · Corbridge · Paid entry
Prudhoe Castle
6.4 miles east as the crow flies · Prudhoe · Free to wander · Free
Haughton Castle
6.8 miles north-west as the crow flies · Humshaugh · Outside only · Free
Langley Castle
9.6 miles west as the crow flies · Langley on Tyne · Stay or eat here
Chipchase Castle
9.6 miles north-west as the crow flies · Near Wark on Tyne · Open days only
All 39 castles on the map · Things to do in Hexham and Hadrian's Wall
Events at Vicar's Pele, Corbridge
- Nothing listed at Vicar's Pele, Corbridge in The Northumbrian Almanac right now. It is refreshed every week.
Questions people ask about Vicar's Pele, Corbridge
How much does it cost to visit Vicar's Pele, Corbridge?
Free.
When is Vicar's Pele, Corbridge open?
Seen from the churchyard and the street any time.
Is Vicar's Pele, Corbridge good for kids?
A small tower in the middle of town: a two-minute look on the way to an ice cream. Time needed: 5 minutes.
Is Vicar's Pele, Corbridge worth visiting on a rainy day?
Not really. Most of it is outdoors, so save it for a dry day.
What is Vicar's Pele, Corbridge famous for?
One of Northumberland's three fortified vicarages.
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