Alnwick, Northumberland, England
Hogwarts flying lessons
The castle's courtyards and grounds became parts of Hogwarts in the first two Harry Potter films. The Outer Bailey is especially recognisable as the setting for Harry's first broomstick lesson, and the castle now runs film-location activities alongside its historic visitor experience.
Photo: Phil Thomas · CC BY 2.0 · modified
Alnwick Castle is beside Alnwick town centre, around a seven-minute walk from Alnwick bus station. From Alnmouth railway station, around four miles away, continue by the X18 or X20 bus or a pre-booked taxi.
For the admission office and the pedestrian entrance from Castle Square, use postcode NE66 1NG. There is also a visitor entrance beside The Alnwick Garden; use postcode NE66 1HB for that entrance.
Drivers should use the shared Alnwick Castle and Alnwick Garden visitor car park off Denwick Lane (B1340), postcode NE66 1FJ, rather than navigating to the pedestrian entrance.
The castle is a seasonal attraction, so confirm that it is open before arranging a journey outside the main visitor season.
Castle admission is paid and opening dates, hours and ticket prices vary through the season. Standard admission includes the grounds used for filming; check the daily programme for film tours and broomstick activities.
The shared Alnwick Castle and Alnwick Garden car park is off Denwick Lane (B1340), postcode NE66 1FJ, and charges per vehicle for the day. Designated accessible spaces are available near the Castle Square entrance at postcode NE66 1NG for visitors with mobility needs.
Much of the visitor route is accessible, but this is a historic castle with cobbles, slopes and some rooms reached only by stairs. Mobility scooters are permitted and accessible parking is available; review the castle's access information before visiting.
Visitor facilities include toilets, accessible toilets, cafés, picnic areas, shops and seasonal activities. Alnwick town centre is a short walk away.
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Conditions, access and opening information can change. Check official information before making a journey.
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