Alnwick, a charming Northumberland market town, is best known for its magnificent castle—famous for Harry Potter filming and still home to the Dukes of Northumberland. Visitors looking for hotels will find plenty of choice: stylish Georgian conversions in the historic center suit those who love character, while country house retreats nearby promise luxury and sweeping views. Families often head for the coast, where welcoming inns and a restaurant-with-rooms blend seaside charm with comfort. Wherever you stay, Alnwick delivers history with hospitality.

The castle is famous for its wizarding connections, where you can relive scenes from the Harry Potter films and wander through its grand rooms and grounds. Just next door, The Alnwick Garden is a real highlight — in spring the cherry blossoms are breathtaking, and throughout the year you’ll find the striking Grand Cascade, the intriguing Poison Garden, and landscaped grounds originally designed by Capability Brown. Beyond the castle walls, the town itself has plenty to offer. The Bailiffgate Museum and Gallery gives a fascinating look into 10,000 years of local history, while the monthly farmer’s market adds a lively, local flavor. Alnwick also makes a great base for walkers, with easy access to coastal paths, rolling countryside, and the wide-open landscapes of Northumberland National Park.