Alnwick is a small town best known for its medieval castle. He played Hogwarts in all parts of the Harry Potter series.
The history of the city is closely related to Alnwick Castle, built during the Norman conquest. Initially, it belonged to the counts of Tyson, but in 1309 it passed into the hands of the Percy family and remains their property to this day. It is one of the largest English castles and is still privately owned today.
Although Alnwick Castle, which is the city's greatest attraction, is private, it is open to sightseeing. For tourists, representative rooms, stables and gardens are available. The popularity of the place grew after making the Harry Potter films in which he played the role of Hogwarts. The castle also houses the Northumberland Fusiliers Museum. You can see military memorabilia, uniforms, items of equipment, and banners belonging to the local regiment there. The building is home to the picturesque Alnwick Garden and is a popular destination for walks.
The city center has nice historic buildings from different eras. Learn about local history and culture at the Bailiffgate Museum. On the other hand, on the hill in the Hulne Park, there is the neo-Gothic Brizlee Tower, which is a great vantage point over the surrounding area. The city is also known as a good starting point for the Northumberland Coast.
