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Alnwick Castle

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Alnwick Castle is a castle and country house in Alnwick in the English county of Northumberland. It is the seat of the 12th Duke of Northumberland, built … See more

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Sep 19, 2024
This has to be the most over priced Castle we have been too. 2 people walking around with a box of brooms for the Harry Potter experience.Very busy and if an emergency happened. I didn’t feel safe es… Full review by Freedom44252956268
Sep 18, 2024
An absolute must , would totally recommend , good for all ages and interactive for the kids . The only thing which was a bit hard was it’s not dog friendly in the the grounds , so I had to go in whil… Full review by MandyWatford
Sep 17, 2024
Excellent inhabited Castle (October to April). In between the Percy family live in their lodge in Scotland. Nice p, generally flat walkways although there are some steep slopes. Saying that there ar… Full review by 274grahama
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Home of the Dukes of Northumberland since the end of the Norman Conquest, Alnwick Castle is a treasure trove of history. You will not find a …
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Home of the Duke of Northumberland and the famous Hogwarts castle used in the Harry Potter movies. Do not miss the nearby garden…
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Alnwick Castle is a castle and stately home in the town of the same name in the English county of Northumberland. It is the residence …
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Would love to visit Alnwick Castle in June 1st-to 8th, which day would be the quitesse and would it help to turn up early …
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Would love to visit Alnwick Castle in June 1st-to 8th, which day would be the quitesse and would it help to turn up early before it comes too busy?Mrs Jeanette Turrell Haxby, York, Yo32 3nq
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I would choose a midweek day to visit and to go for castle opening. 10am. I think but double check.
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Answer by Gaye N · Apr 24, 2024
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How long should I give myself for the castle and gardens
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About 3 hours for castle , plenty of guided tours which are great . They start about 10 then run hourly there's a board saying when and where . If you are Hha member free to get in .
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Do national trust members/ English heritage members get any kind of discount?
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From memory, I don't think Alnwick Castle is either National or English Heritage, unfortunately.
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Can you take a picnic into the grounds? Is there a playground in the castle grounds?
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Yeah there was a lot of people had picnics, there is no playground but there is a lot of open space to sit or play, and there is more space on your way up to the castle and they …
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Yeah there was a lot of people had picnics, there is no playground but there is a lot of open space to sit or play, and there is more space on your way up to the castle and they have got some swings build in the trees as you up the paths around the gardens.
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is the minimum age for broomstick training 6 or could a 5 year old take part?
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My son was 2 and a half. Not that he listened to the instructions mind you.
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Are dogs allowed in the castle and its grounds?
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Guide, hearing and assistance dogs, including those in training, are welcome at Alnwick Castle. All dogs must be kept on a short lead during their visit.
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