Hogwarts School (Alnwick Castle)
Hogwarts School (Alnwick Castle) in Alnwick, England is a filming location for Harry Potter (2001). It appears on screen as Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
Location Names
Alnwick Castle
Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
About This Location
Visit the real Hogwarts where Harry learned to fly and play Quidditch.
Featured In
Harry Potter
Filming Details
Filming Period
Films 1-2 (2001-2002)
Areas Used
Castle courtyard, outer bailey, castle walls
Detailed Scene Information
Production Notes & Behind-the-Scenes Details
Primary exterior Hogwarts location for first two films
• Director's commentary on location choice
• Cast interviews about filming here
• Technical challenges and solutions
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Location Details
Address
Denwick Lane, Alnwick NE66 1NQ
Alnwick, England
Visiting Hogwarts School (Alnwick Castle)
Opening Hours
10:00-17:30 (Apr-Oct), check website for winter hours
Entry Fees
£19.50 adults, £11.50 children, family tickets available
Accessibility
Partial wheelchair access, mobility scooters available
Travel Information
30 miles north of Newcastle. Train to Alnmouth then bus. Car parking £2.
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Hogwarts School (Alnwick Castle) Filming Locations
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