Welcome to Alnwick Castle
Now Open for the 2026 Season
Alnwick Castle is where centuries of history meet unforgettable adventure. Step inside our magnificent State Rooms, wander along ancient battlements and immerse yourself in over 900 years of stories brought to life through exhibitions, interpretation and live entertainment.
Plan Your Visit
There’s plenty to enjoy at Alnwick Castle every day. Alongside special events and performances, you can join a guided tour to discover the castle’s history or its role as a filming location, try your hand at archery, or even learn to fly a broomstick in the very spot where Harry Potter first soared.
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Daily Activities
Included with entry
Make the most of your visit with our wide array of entertainment and activities. From falconry and jesters to music, merriment, and medieval crafts, a day out at Alnwick castle is always filled with history and fun!
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Talks & Tours
Included with entry
Take a tour with our expert guides who bring the castle’s past to life. You can explore the castle's history, fascinating connections to film, and the vibrant medieval life that once filled its grounds.
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Broomstick Training
Free, but a time-slot ticket is required
Join one of our famous Broomstick Training sessions, taking place within the grounds where Harry Potter had his first flying lesson in the film production of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.
New Exhibition - The Shot Heard Round the World: Earl Percy and the American Revolutionary War (1775-1783)
Included with entry
‘The Shot Heard Round the World: Earl Percy and the American Revolutionary War (1775-1783)’ is a new exhibition at Alnwick Castle.
Created to mark 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the exhibition examines the events that sparked the American Revolutionary War.
The exhibition includes original maps and documents, along with a specially commissioned animation.
What's On
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Performance
Time Will Tell
- Date: 13 - 17 April
- Time: 11:00am, 1:00pm, 2:30pm
Journey through the history of the Great Kitchen as Time Will Tell performs the story and role it played throughout the ages.
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Bang!
Newcastle Garrison
- Date: 18 April
- Time: Hourly firings from 11:00am
Make your day go off with a BANG! Join the Newcastle Garrison Live History Group for live firing of our very own replica Napoleonic cannon.
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BOOK TALK
Book Talk with Tracy Borman - The House of Boleyn
- Date: 24 April
- Time: 7:00pm
In this richly illustrated talk, Tracy uncovers the real history that inspired her novel and explores the Boleyns as they have never been seen before.
Annual Passes & Discounts
A Year of Unlimited Visits
All online tickets are annual passes, valid for 12 months from your first visit. Enjoy unlimited entry during opening hours, plus a 10% online‑booking discount.
Northumberland Resident Discount
Local residents receive 25% off the gate price. Please bring proof of residency and photo ID.
Always Something New
Our programme changes throughout the season, so every visit offers something new to discover.
