Alnwick Castle

Welcome to one of Britain's most iconic castles

Welcome to Alnwick Castle. To many people, on their first sight of this glorious medieval castle it can seem foreboding, and certainly its history lacks nothing in drama and intrigue. Yet I am proud that today Alnwick Castle is very much a living castle, at the heart of thriving estates and businesses, and is still our family home, as it has been for over 700 years.

-- Ralph Percy, 12th Duke of Northumberland

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Must See

The 1st Duchess Collection

'A jovial heap of contradictions' collected by the 1st Duchess of Northumberland, including Elizabeth I's gloves and Oliver Cromwell's night cap.

'War and Pieces' art installation

Ceramic artist Bouke de Vries' magnificent eight metre 'War and Pieces' installation will besiege the State Dining Room table this summer.

Knight's Quest

Join our resident knights and ladies in Knight's Quest to discover all about castle life! Choose a medieval costume and try your hand at a traditional medieval craft.

State Rooms

Step behind the castle's iconic walls to discover sumptuous State Rooms, home to one of the country's finest private art collections.

The Lost Cellars

Something dark has been uncovered beneath the castle's walls... But beware, this dark adventure is not for the faint of heart.

Art and Collections

Discover a magnificent collection of art and furniture, featuring pieces by Canaletto, Titian and Van Dyck.

Dragon Quest

Put your new-found knightly skills to the test in the darkness of the dragon's lair, before coming face-to-face with Northumberland's most fearsome dragon!

Coach House Exhibition

Learn the story of the luxurious state coach which once carried the 3rd Duke of Northumberland to the coronation of Charles X.

What's On

Temporary closure

19 Jun - 25 Jun 2013

Alnwick Castle is temporarily closed from 19-25 June for the wedding of Lady Melissa Percy.

Broomstick Training

Free time-slot ticket required

26 Jun - 30 Oct 2013

Learn how to master your broom with our resident wizard professors!

The Lost Cellars performances

Free time-slot ticket required

26 Jun - 31 Oct 2013

Learn what lies beneath the castle walls. Be warned, this dark adventure is not for the fainthearted...

Battleaxe to Broomsticks Tour

Free with admission

26 Jun - 30 Oct 2013

Be entertained as our costumed guides regale you with tales of the castle's starring film roles!

Crafts and dressing up in Knight's Quest

Free with admission

26 Jun - 30 Oct 2013

Join the resident costumed artisans of Alnwick Castle for a different medieval craft each day.

Historical Grounds Tour

Free with admission

26 Jun - 30 Oct 2013

Join our knowledgeable guides to hear fascinating stories of the castle's architecture and history.

'War and Pieces' art installation

Free with admission

27 Jun - 03 Oct 2013

A magnificent eight metre art installation by renowned ceramic artist, Bouke de Vries.

Archery

£3 for 8 arrows

28 Jun - 02 Sep 2013

Try your hand at one of England's oldest skills!

County Armed Forces Day

Free (tickets required)

30 Jun 2013

Join the Royal British Legion for a cadet tattoo, picnic in the park, and a variety of performances.

Dragon Puppet Theatre

Free with admission

13 Jul - 15 Jul 2013

Join us for puppet performances full of fire-breathing, sword-fighting (yet very friendly) dragons!

Trouvere Minstrels and Players

Free with admission

21 Jul - 23 Jul 2013

Be truly entertained by this band of travelling minstrels!