Bamburgh Castle

I'd travelled to the Northumberland coast hoping to see puffins, but stormy weather meant that the trip from Seahouses was cancelled. Rather than let the change of plans spoil the day, I decided to visit Bamburgh Castle instead.

Sitting high above the coastline, Bamburgh Castle is an impressive sight as you approach it, rising dramatically above the village and the surrounding landscape. After the steep walk uphill, the views from the castle were worth the effort.

Inside, I loved the grand rooms, high ceilings and intricate decorations. There was plenty to discover about the castle's history, and I particularly enjoyed the views from the windows, looking out across the sea on one side and towards Bamburgh on the other.

Part of the castle walls can also be explored, offering views across the North Sea. The Farne Islands can be seen in the distance from here, which was a reminder of the puffins I'd originally hoped to see.

As I looked out across the water, a rainbow appeared over the sea, adding a splash of colour to the stormy sea. The puffins might have to wait for another visit, but the stormy weather led me to somewhere I might otherwise have missed on this trip.