Looking to spend quality time with your Dad and the rest of your family this Father’s Day? Join us here at Alnwick Castle with your loved ones for one of the best family days out in the North East.
Take a look at our top recommendations for things to do for families here at Alnwick Castle, including family friendly entertainment for all ages to enjoy, relaxing pursuits for a chilled out Dad, or discovering the dramatic
history of Northumberland and exploring one of the most spectacular castles in the area. There is something for everyone here at Alnwick Castle this Father’s Day, Sunday 18th June 2023.
Delve into the history of
Alnwick Castle
Does your dad have an interest in history or exploring the heritage that Northumberland has to offer? Why not treat him to a Father’s Day at
Alnwick Castle. With over 900 years of dramatic history to discover, you and the family can find out more about the UK’s second largest inhabited castle, serving as a military outpost, a teaching college, a refuge for evacuees, a film set, and not least as a family home throughout its expansive history. Delve deeper into the extraordinary
family history and travel through the centuries of this living, evolving castle. From
medieval architecture, to our
fine and decorative art collections, and the palatial interiors of the
state rooms, there is so much to discover. Whether you are looking for a fun day immersing yourself in medieval crafts, weapons talks and demonstrations and dressing up in medieval costumes at our
Artisans Courtyard, or discovering more about our very own
replica Napoleonic cannon on our Gun Terrace, there is something for all of the family at Alnwick Castle.
Step in the footsteps of
film stars
Swap sitting on the sofa watching a film this Father’s Day, for stepping in the footsteps of stars who have
filmed here at Alnwick Castle. Over the years the castle has played host to a wide array of film and television crews, from
Downton Abbey, to
Transformers: The Last Knight,
Harry Potter, Dungeons and Dragons, Robin Hood: Prince Among Thieves, and many more! Feel like you are on a film set as you walk around the iconic Alnwick Castle, learning more about key filming locations inside the castle with our on location guided tour, as well as being inspired by the magic of
Harry Potter and undertaking one of our Alnwick Castle
broomstick training lessons set within our spectacular grounds.
Discover the great outdoors
Get some fresh air this Father’s Day and venture on a walk with the family around Alnwick Castle grounds. On your stroll through Alnwick Castle you will be able to see breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, look out for local wildlife, as well as be able to spot many different species of trees, some of which were typically used within ‘Capability’ Brown’s landscape designs. You can find out more about how to spot one of his landscapes with our ‘
Capability’ Brown blog. Not only is a walk at Alnwick Castle a great way to get active but it is also the best way to see and explore some of the most beautiful areas of the Northumberland countryside. Don’t forget to download our
visitor map on your smartphone to help you explore!
Explore all that Alnwick
has to offer
After spending your day at Alnwick Castle why not explore the local town? Alnwick offers a warm welcome to visitors, with cobbled streets leading to cosy pubs, cafes and restaurants serving local produce. Alnwick also has a whole host of shops to explore, set in beautiful stone buildings surrounding the market square, which is only a short walk away from Alnwick Castle.
Looking for a gift for your Dad this Father’s Day to commemorate your visit to Alnwick Castle? Before you journey home, head to our
gift shop where you are sure to find the perfect present.
Pay for a day, visit for a year
Did you know that when you buy any admission ticket for Alnwick Castle via our website it automatically becomes an annual pass? That’s right, when you pay for a day you can visit for a year!
With an annual pass you and the family can enjoy visiting Alnwick Castle throughout the year when the castle and grounds are open to the public.
Buy your tickets online today to visit us and secure your twelve month pass to one of the best places to visit in Northumberland.