Historic Ruins & Heritage
Alnwick Castle
📍 Alnwick Castle, Alnwick, Northumberland, England
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Introduction
Alnwick Castle is England's second-largest inhabited castle and a Harry Potter filming location (Hogwarts exterior). Built 11th century, it features grand medieval architecture, the Alnwick Garden with its Poison Garden and art collections — a top castle attraction. Built 11th century; England's second-largest inhabited castle. Harry Potter filming location — Hogwarts exterior. Art collections inside. Alnwick Garden — Poison Garden highlight. Still home to Duke of Northumberland.
✨ Highlights
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Harry Potter
Harry Potter filming location — Hogwarts exterior.
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Second largest
England's second-largest inhabited castle.
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Alnwick Garden
Unique Poison Garden highlight.
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Medieval
Built 11th century; magnificent medieval castle.
🛈 Practical Info
→Tickets:Buy tickets.
→Harry Potter:Don't miss the filming location tour.
→Garden:Alnwick Garden worth a separate visit.
→Combine:With Newcastle and Northumberland Coast.
→Season:Usually open Apr-Oct.
💡 Tips
• Buy tickets; Harry Potter filming location tour.
• With Newcastle and Northumberland Coast.
• Opening and admission are subject to official notice.
FAQ
Any practical tips for visiting Alnwick Castle?
Buy tickets; Harry Potter filming location tour. With Newcastle and Northumberland Coast.
Information on this page is compiled from public sources. Opening hours, ticket prices and other details may change — please verify with official sources before your visit.