Alnwick Castle is a castle and country house in Alnwick in the English county of Northumberland. It is the seat of the 12th Duke of Northumberland, built …
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May 20, 2025
The staff were very knowledgeable and helpful. The castle is quite spread out but quite interesting, lots of steps to climb up. We went with a coach tour.Full review by Digitalman2
May 19, 2025
Best castle we’ve visited, and there’s been plenty over the years. Enjoyed it as it had been well maintained, not the usual mortar and rubble. Well landscaped. Easy to walk around. Enjoyed the kitche…Full review by david j
May 19, 2025
Castle fantastic. Expensive but very good tour guide and magnificent interior. Watch the town parking nearby though. The signs are contradictory and designed to catch out visitors. Send you off to ge…Full review by Bob F
Would love to visit Alnwick Castle in June 1st-to 8th, which day would be the quitesse and would it help to turn up early before it comes too busy?Mrs Jeanette Turrell Haxby, York, Yo32 3nq
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I would choose a midweek day to visit and to go for castle opening. 10am. I think but double check.
How long should I give myself for the castle and gardens
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About 3 hours for castle , plenty of guided tours which are great . They start about 10 then run hourly there's a board saying when and where . If you are Hha member free to get in .
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Are dogs allowed in the castle and its grounds?
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Guide, hearing and assistance dogs, including those in training, are welcome at Alnwick Castle. All dogs must be kept on a short lead during their visit.
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