Brancaster Castle. Alnwick Castle on film Alnwick Castle is soon to feature as the magnificent Brancaster Castle in Downton Abbey's 2014 Christmas special.
Having already featured as Hogwarts in the first two Harry Potter films, as well as appearing in Elizabeth and Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, among others, the castle is no stranger to film crews! Media and filming opportunities Alnwick Castle and the surrounding parkland of Hulne Park offer a dramatic and unspoilt setting for filmmakers. Download our Filming Opportnunities PDF to see what we have to offer at Alnwick Castle and Hulne Park. We welcome filming enquiries and would be glad to do all we can to accommodate your needs; please email press@alnwickcastle.com or call 01665 511 794 to discuss filming opportunities.
10 Real Life ‘Harry Potter’ Destinations You Can Visit. If you love ‘Harry Potter,’ you just might be happier than a Muggle with a new wand after you go through this list.
What better way to indulge your Potter fantasies than by visiting some of the actual places made famous by the films? Check out these spots and start planning your Harry Potter adventure today! Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Universal Studios, Florida Live out all of your wizard fantasies at Universal Studios Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Immerse yourself in magic, Harry Potter myth and lore, or practice some restraint and take a spin on a Potter-themed amusement park ride, like the Dragon Challenge rollercoaster. Alnwick Castle , Alnwick, Northumberland – Historic Houses. Make the Harry Potter fan in your life a very happy muggle indeed with a visit to Alnwick Castle, whose magnificent medieval structure provided the backdrop and interiors for Hogwarts in the first two movies.
This 11th century Northumberland masterpiece is the second largest inhabited castle in the England (after Windsor Castle) and the stunningly decorated state rooms stuffed with Canalettos, Titians and Van Dykes owned by the current Duke of Northumberland would be reason enough to visit. But the Duke has made excellent capital on the JK Rowling connection and there are broomstick training and Potter tours galore here (one nicely linked to the castle’s original occupant Harry Hotspur) plus a spooky Lost Cellars walk led by The Keeper of the Lost Souls.
Terrific fun. Alnwick Castle is part of the following Editors' Picks: Live the dream - Ten Fairytale Castles to say I do in by Liz Coggins 10 Christmas gifts they won’t throw away… by Dinah Hatch Official Photos. English Castles - Alnwick Castle. LocationAlnwick, Northumberland, England.
Alnwick Castle (@alnwickcastle) Historic sites in Alnwick. History on a grand scale Alnwick Castle is the second largest inhabited castle in the country; home to the Duke of Northumberland's family, the Percys, for over 700 years.
Combining magnificent medieval architecture with sumptuous Italianate State Rooms, Alnwick Castle is one of the UK's most significant heritage destinations and best days out in Northumberland. The castle's rich history is brimming with drama, intrigue, and extraordinary people; from a gunpowder plotter and visionary collectors, to decadent hosts and medieval England's most celebrated knight: Harry Hotspur. In recent years it has also taken starring roles in a number of film and television productions, soon to feature as a location in ITV's Downton Abbey and previously appearing as Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in the Harry Potter films. Family days out At the castle there is so much to entertain adults and children alike, making a family day out full of fun and history. Events programme Knight's Quest. Downton Abbey films at Hogwarts set of Harry Potter movies.
By Peter Lloyd and Daily Mail Reporter Published: 10:59 GMT, 1 August 2014 | Updated: 23:25 GMT, 22 October 2014 The cast of ITV period drama Downton Abbey may be accustomed to their grand film set.
But now the actors will enjoy a whole new magical experience - when they begin filming in Alnwick Castle, which famously doubled as Hogwarts in the Harry Potter film franchise. The Grade I listed building in Northumberland will be of limited access to the public until scenes are completed on 8 August. Cast: The residents of Grantham House as seen in ITV's smash-hit Downton Abbey Currently the residence of the Duke and Duchess of Northumberland, it already attracts around 800,000 visitors a year. But a filming notice on the venue's website says: 'Please note that various areas of Alnwick Castle will be closed or have limited access on 28 July – 8th August (inclusive), due to the filming of a major ITV period drama.
Filming notice for fans: Venue owners discreetly revealed the plans on their website. Alnwick Castle - Alnwick, Northumberland - Historical Place, Tourist Attraction. Alnwick Castle. Coordinates: Alnwick Castle ( i/ˈænɨk/ AN-ik) is a castle and stately home in the town of the same name in the English county of Northumberland.
It is the seat of the Duke of Northumberland, built following the Norman conquest, and renovated and remodelled a number of times. It is a Grade I listed building[1] and receives over 800,000 visitors per year.[2] History[edit] The Percy family were powerful lords in northern England. During the Wars of the Roses, castles were infrequently engaged in battle and conflict was generally based around combat in the field. The Lancastrians missed a chance to bring Warwick to battle instead being content to retire, leaving behind only a token force which surrendered next day. By May 1463 Alnwick was in Lancastrian hands for the third time since Towton, betrayed by Grey of Heton who tricked the commander, Sir John Astley.
However in the 19th century Algernon, 4th Duke of Northumberland replaced much of Adam's architecture. Current use[edit] See also[edit] Castle UK, Northumberland.