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Alnwick Castle / Regimental Museum Description
Alnwick Castle, seat of the Duke of Northumberland, is a well-preserved example of a medieval fortress. The oldest parts of the castle are the fortified walls, dating from the 12th century, which were strengthened in the 14th century by the first Lord Percy and given towers. Around this time the massive main gateway was also built, which gave entry to the outer courtyard. In the 18th and 19th centuries the castle underwent substantial restoration. Its artistic treasures include French period furniture from the 17th-19th century; Roman antiquities; a collection of paintings including works by Titian, Palma Vecchio, Sebastiano del Piombo, Tintoretto, Canaletto, van Dyck, William Dobson and Turner; valuable porcelain (including a Meissner
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Hobbies & Activities category: Castle, chateau, palace;  Furniture display;  Paintings, art collections;  Glass, porcelain, pottery exhibit;  Historic site;  Library;  Architecture - Medieval;  Journalism, printing museum or site;  Military attraction or museum;  Scenic site or route
Address
Alnwick Castle
Estates Office
Alnwick NE66 1NQ
United Kingdom
Hours
March 20 to October 26
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open11:0011:0011:0011:0011:0011:0011:00
Closed17:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:00
Cost
Adult10.50
Concession or reduced rate9.00
Child 16 & under4.50
Family27.50
All values are in local currency.
Tips
Last admission 4:30 pm.
Parking
Free
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Guides
Interpretive sessions sometimes available.
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
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