What is the best time of year to visit Alnwick Gardens?

April/May. Spring is in full bloom throughout the month of May, be it the brightly-coloured tulips or the fragrant flowers of the Magnolia Kobus, there is a plethora of flora to appeal to your senses.

How long do you need for Alnwick Gardens?

We spent a full day in Gardens, lots of walks in the grounds and over 3 hours in Castle.

Can I just turn up at Alnwick Gardens?

The Alnwick Garden is open everyday 10am-5pm.

To visit The Alnwick Garden you will need to book a time slot, to do so click here. If you are a Friend of The Alnwick Garden you do not need to pre-book your visit.

Is Alnwick Gardens open all year round?

Visit Alnwick Castle and Gardens. A gardeners choice for all seasons - open to the public year round.

Is it worth visiting Alnwick Gardens?

From the elegant cherry orchard and dramatic water features to the rich variety of plant displays and great dining options, there's something to delight everyone—families, couples, and nature lovers alike. A particular highlight was the Poison Garden tour.

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Does Alnwick have a market day?

Alnwick Market - Held every Thursday and Saturday. Alnwick Farmers Market - Held monthly on the last Friday or every month. Amble Market - Held Sundays 10am - 4pm.

Is parking free at Alnwick gardens?

The Alnwick Garden is off the A1 to the North of Alnwick, and is well signposted. The Alnwick Garden and Alnwick Castle car park is off Denwick Lane (B1340). The postcode for the car park is NE66 1FJ (parking charge is £3.50 per car per day).

Is there a cafe at Alnwick gardens?

Located at entrance to Alnwick Garden. Good location and pleasant cafe, could be more interesting selection of food available. We have eaten lunch here a few times. The cafe/restaurant is in the great location in the Gardens and there are outdoor tables which are superb on a good day.

Is there anything to do in Alnwick?

Visiting Alnwick, pronounced to sound like 'anick', is like stepping into a fairytale town, where you can dine in the twinkling treetops of one of the world's largest treehouse restaurants, fly a broomstick at Alnwick Castle, and discover the intrigue of the poison garden at The Alnwick Garden.

Can you take your own food into Alnwick gardens?

Are picnics allowed in The Alnwick Garden? Yes, there are lots of benches and lawns on which to enjoy you own picnic. Visitors are asked to take all litter home, or use the bins located in the courtyard.

What is there to do at Alnwick gardens?

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Lose yourself in the mysterious Bamboo Labyrinth, explore the perils of The Poison Garden or gaze upon the Sage Wealth Management Grand Cascade.

Do you have to book Lilidorei at The Alnwick Garden?

For Lilidorei, you will still need to book your play session and you can arrive any time within your chosen slot but must leave by the end time of your play session. When visiting The Garden, you can come and go as you please on the day your ticket is valid for!

How long does The Alnwick Garden Light Trail take?

The Winter Light Tail is inside the main walled garden. It is a one way trail which will take you around The Garden lasting approximately 1 hour.

Is Alnwick worth visiting for adults?

From walks in Alnwick, to exploring Alnwick town and stepping foot inside Alnwick Castle, this beautiful area nestled in the heart of Northumberland has so much to offer visitors throughout the year. Read on to find out more about why Alnwick is one of the best places to visit in Northumberland.

Do you need separate tickets for Alnwick Castle and gardens?

The Alnwick Garden is a separate visitor attraction to Alnwick Castle, with its own events and visiting arrangements. You are not able to access The Alnwick Garden with a ticket purchased to visit Alnwick Castle.

Is there a maze at Alnwick gardens?

Can you find your way through? The labyrinth is planted with over 500 ' Fargesia rufa' plants, a new Chinese variety of bamboo. Designed by Adrian Fisher, one of the world's leading maze-makers, the bamboo arches over the twisting and mysterious turning paths. Once you enter do you turn left or right?

Does Alnwick Castle do blue light discounts?

The gardens are beautiful, the restaurant had a very limited food selection but the most disappointing thing is that you cannot even view the castle with garden tickets! It also advertised blue light discount for emergency workers which is not the case.

What days is the Amble market on?

When is it? Sunday: 10am-4pm.

How long does it take to get around Alnwick gardens?

Need to know: Visiting Alnwick Gardens with kids

Allow at least a couple of hours to get around the gardens, but you can easily spend longer on a sunny day.

Can you do Alnwick Castle and gardens in one day?

It's definitely one of the best castles I've visited. I would recommend setting aside 3-4 hours ish to visit. You can easily combine with Alnwick Garden / Lilidorei or there is an exit directly into Alnwick town and there is plenty to do in Alnwick itself too.

Does an Alnwick Garden ticket last a year?

How long does a Membership last for? A full year from purchase. While your membership is valid for a full year, please be aware that our facilities are closed on Christmas Day and throughout January.

What time does the poison garden open in Alnwick?

Opening times: daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in spring/summer (from 24 March to 30 October) – in winter only to 4 p.m. The poison garden is open daily too.

Can you visit the Poison Garden?

The Alnwick Garden plays host to the small but deadly Poison Garden, kept behind black iron gates, only open on guided tours.