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 …
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Apr 30, 2025
Amazing looking Castle dating back to the Normans some 900+ years ago with an interesting history of ownership. Many changes over the 900 years to the stone Castle we see today. Apartment rooms insid…Full review by ATraveller363
Apr 28, 2025
Excellent visit. Thoroughly enjoyed it ! Great shows with the birds of prey . Staff very friendly and helpful giving you a good history of the castle and the owners. Would definitely recommendFull review by nickodp
Apr 26, 2025
Spent a great few hours exploring this stunning castle. The grounds and the buildings are amazing set against beautiful scenery of local hills. The rooms were amazing and a glimpse of how the current…Full review by GrahamP113
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.
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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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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