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Northumberland Directory  Attractions
The historic county of Northumberland is steeped in history. Ancient monuments, historic ruins, countless castles and beautiful scenery complemet contemporary attractions like the Sage Music Centre and Kielder Water. Visitors to Northumberland have a wealth of attractions within easy reach so you will enjoy everything North East England has to offer.
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Alnwick Castle is the ancient ancestral home of the Duke of Northumberland. Any would be enthusiast of Northumbrian history will find a wealth of artefacts depicting this important noble throughout the history of this aristocratic seat. Voted the Best Large Visitor Attraction - North East Tourism Awards 2006
Alnwick Castle is also famous as a film set, most famously as the back drop to many scenes from the Harry Potter series. Alnwick Gardens is adjacent to the castle and boasts a stunning water feature. It is allegedly home to the largest tree hous in the world that itself boasts a restaurant, ply area and visitor attractions. Visitors can access Alnwick Castle and Keep from April to October and the Garden is open all year round. Address:
Alnwick Castle
The Estate Office
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 1NQ Tel: +44 (0) 1665 510777
Fax: +44 (0) 1665 510876 2006 |
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Facts about Northumbria
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Hadrian's Wall was 80 Roman miles (73½ modern miles or 117 kilometres) long, Hadrian's Wall extendes west from Wallsend on the River Tyne to the shore of the Solway Firth. |
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