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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Aston Martin Owners Club
- Date: 7 June
- Time: 10am - 5pm
This summer, the prestigious Aston Martin Owners Club arrives at Alnwick Castle for an unforgettable gathering of heritage, craftsmanship and performance.
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Creative
Lego Brick Pits
- Date: 20 - 21 June
- Time: 10am - 4:30pm
Let creativity run free as Lego Bricks arrive for a fathers day weekend of brick building fun at Alnwick Castle.
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BOOK TALK
Book Talk with Alison Weir - The Boleyn Secret
- Date: 10 July
- Time: 6:30pm
Best selling novelist and historian, Alison Weir returns to Alnwick Castle for an illuminating discussion covering her newest novel 'The Boleyn Secret'
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.
