About Alnwick Castle

One of the largest inhabited castles in the UK, Alnwick has served as a military outpost, a teaching college, a refuge for evacuees, a film set, and not least as a family home. As one of the most iconic castles in Northumberland, England, and among the great medieval castles of the North East, delve deeper into this extraordinary history and travel through the centuries of this living, evolving castle - a must-see for anyone exploring castles to visit in England.

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    The History of Alnwick Castle

    Learn about Alnwick Castle's history and the dramatic lives of the Percy family. Find out who built Alnwick Castle, when it was built and more about its origins as a powerful castle from the Middle Ages and one of the oldest castles in England.

    It has played many roles over the centuries – not only fortress and home, but also a refuge for evacuees, a teaching college and of course a film set, securing its place among the best castles in England and the most fascinating Northumbria castles.

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    Alnwick Castle on Screen

    From Harry Potter to Downton Abbey, discover where your favourite movies and TV shows were filmed at Alnwick Castle - one of the coolest castles in England and a standout filming location among northern castles. Plan your visit online today.

    Join a tour for a cinematic journey around the castle grounds, which have played a part in many film and television series, and helped make Alnwick one of the most recognisable castles in Northumberland, UK.

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    The Alnwick Castle Podcast

    Join hosts Daniel and Deborah, along with special guests, as they explore the fascinating history of Alnwick Castle and its place among the great castles of England.

    Find out more about the people who lived there to its role in key historical events, its significance as a filming location, and much more - from medieval life to modern conservation, within one of the most celebrated castles in England.

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    Restoration and Conservation

    Interested in how we maintain our iconic landmarks like Alnwick Castle, Bondgate Tower and more? Learn how we preserve these historic medieval castles and care for some of the finest old castles in England on our restoration and conservation page.

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