Group Tours
Private tours and activities must be paid for in advance
From expert-led historical tours and magnificent State Rooms to world-famous Broomstick Training and behind-the-scenes film location walks, Alnwick Castle offers unforgettable experiences for every group.
Enhance your group's day with one of our popular guided tours, including the State Rooms, History & Hollywood, Historical Grounds, or our new Great Kitchen & Larder Rooms tour. Looking for something more bespoke? We can also create a tour tailored to your group's interests.
As tour availability can vary, particularly during peak periods such as school holidays, we recommend checking availability before promoting your group visit.
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Discover The State Rooms
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Tour lasts approx. 50 minutes (max. 20 people per tour)
Join a guide for a tour around the State Rooms, home to the Duke and Duchess of Northumberland. Hear about the incredible art collection, including works by Canaletto, Titian and Van Dyck, the beautiful interiors, and stories from Alnwick Castle's past.
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Experience The Great Kitchen
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Exclusive tour for group bookings
In 1859, Alnwick Castle’s kitchens opened with a grand dinner for over 600 guests. Combining architecture inspired by cathedrals with cutting-edge steam and hydraulic technology, the kitchens were a marvel of the Victorian age but have never been opened to visitors – until now. Discover the kitchen and larders, and step into the shoes of the people who worked there.
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Explore Castle Grounds
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Tour lasts approx. 50 minutes (max. 50 people per tour)
Join a guide for a tour around the and learn about the long and eventful history of Alnwick Castle, through its journey from a medieval fortress to a ducal residence, hearing about some of its famous events and former residents.
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Uncover Alnwick On Location
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Tour lasts approx. 45 minutes (max. 50 people per tour)
Join a guide for a journey around the Castle grounds, exploring the areas which have appeared on the big and small screen. Hear behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and visit the locations used in features such as Harry Potter, Downton Abbey, Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves and more.
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History And Hollywood
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Exclusive for Group Bookings
Tour lasts approx. 50 minutes (max. 50 people per tour)
Join a guide for a journey around the castle grounds, and learn about the eventful history of Alnwick Castle, through its journey from a medieval fortress to a ducal residence, whilst also hearing about where those locations have appeared on screen, from Harry Potter, to Downton Abbey, to Dungeons and Dragons.
Special Interest Tour
Tours last approx. 50 minutes (max. 20 people per tour)
If your group would like to hear about a particular area of Alnwick Castle's history or collections, such as its medieval defences or its Italian-inspired art and architecture, we can provide tours to suit your interests. Please get in touch to discuss options and details with us.
Self Guided Highlights
- The Inner and Outer Bailey
- The gatehouse
- The State Rooms
- The Great Kitchen
- Castle museums
- Views over the River Aln and Capability Brown landscape
- The medieval courtyards
- The Gun Terrace
Exclusive Group Experiences
- Historical Grounds Tour – the best introduction to the castle.
- State Rooms Tour – enriches your visit with stories from behind the grand interiors.
- Group Broomstick Training – iconic and fun, regardless of age.
- Alnwick on Location Tour – a must for film and TV fans.
- Exclusive Castle Kitchen Tour – often overlooked but fascinating for understanding castle life.
- Group Archery Lessons - test your arm at one of England’s oldest skills.