Alnwick Castle
Things to do in Scottish Borders
in Scotland
Description:
Owned by the Percy family since the 1300�s, it is the home of the Duke and Duchess of Northumberland. In a magnificent state of preservation, it has been the location for numerous films, most recently �Harry Potter�, �Elizabeth� and �Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves�
Ownership:
Private
Situation � OS ref: NU 187135
How to get there:
By car:
Lies just off the A1 35 miles North of Newcastle.
By public transport:
Alnwick is well served by public transport from Berwick upon Tweed and Newcastle.
Railway Station at Alnmouth � 5 miles away.
Opening
1st April - 30th October 2009
Open Daily 11.00 am to 5.00 pm (Last admission 4.30p.m)
Grounds open 10.00am to 6.00pm.
Facilities:
Tearoom
Gift Shop
Accessible Toilet facilities.
Admission Prices 2009:
DAILY TICKET
Adult - �11.95, Concession - �9.95, Child - �4.95 (5 - 15 years), Child under 4 years - free.
Family - �29.95 (2 adults & up to 4 children)
WEEKLY TICKET
Adult/Concession - �17.95, Child - �8.00, Child 4 years and under- free.
Family - �42.00 (2 adults & up to 4 children)
SEASON TICKET
Adult/Concession- �27.95, Adult + 2 children �45.00
Family - �59.95(2 adults & up to 4 children)
Concession: student and over 60'
Child: 5 to 15 years
Family: 2 adults and up to 4 children
For group and educational rates please telephone 01665 511162
Access & Facilities
Due to the age and nature of the Castle disabled access is limited in some areas. There is partial access for wheelchairs, pushchairs, sight and hearing dogs. Please contact us prior to visiting if you have special access requirements.
Large print and foreign language information available.
Contact:
Estates Office: 01665 510777
Attached attractions:
The Alnwick Garden
Additional info:
Free Car and Coach Parking
Web link::
Alnwick Castle
Places to stay nearby:
Northumberland
Local towns and villages:
Alnwick
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