Alnwick Castle has flung open its doors for visitors, as the tourist season begins in earnest at the Northumberland landmark.

A four-year restoration project has begun on the castle's kitchens, with the public able to explore them as they visit the castle throughout the summer ...

The Newcastle United flag remains proudly flying over Alnwick Castle ahead of celebrations to mark the club's first domestic ...

A centuries-old cellar has been discovered under a road which was once part of the A1. The space was discovered when a hole opened up during the construction of a turning circle at the end of ...

following a procession from Alnwick Castle. About 80 players took part last year when Shrove Tuesday fell in the school holidays. Organiser Archie Jenkins said: "We do get a few less when the date ...

Additionally, its most famous landmark, Alnwick Castle, continues to draw attention as one of the most beautiful castles in the UK. The castle has been a filming location for major productions ...

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It starts when the Duke of Northumberland throws the ball from the turrets of Alnwick Castle ahead of a 2.15pm kick off. Players and spectators formed a procession down to a field on the banks of ...