Alnwick Castle

Alnwick Castle, Northumberland

Alnwick Castle

Where is it – England, North East England

Who looks after it –  Independent - Historic Houses Member 

What is it –  Castle or Fort, Film or TV, Museum or Gallery 

When is it from – Medieval

Alnwick Castle dates from the 11th century and has been in the hands of the Percy family, the Dukes of Northumberland, since 14th century. And it is still their home.  The castle is one of the most visited in England, steeped in the Percy family history with gruesome discoveries to be made as well as magnificent state rooms. It is often used for filming and has starred in Harry Potter and Downton Abbey, for example. The castle also houses a number of special exhibitions, including the Regimental Museum of the Royal Northumberland Fusiliers. Adjacent to the castle is the Alnwick Garden, a formal garden built around a huge cascading fountain and featuring one of the most astonishing tree houses you will ever see.

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Address

Alnwick, Northumberland NE66 1NQ 

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