West Acre House · Alnwick

Things to do in Alnwick & Northumberland

Castles, gardens, books and coast. Make West Acre House your comfortable base for exploring the area.

Alnwick Castle

Explore the historic castle, its state rooms and the stories of the Percy family. Its varied seasonal programme makes it worth checking what is on before your visit.

The Alnwick Garden

Formal planting, water features and changing seasonal colour make the garden a rewarding place to spend a day. Check the garden’s website for opening dates, tickets and guided experiences.

Barter Books

Browse shelves of second-hand books in Alnwick’s former railway station. The old station setting and extensive collection make it an inviting stop for book lovers.

Hulne Park

Follow the estate’s walking routes through woodland and open countryside. Some routes close on particular dates, and dogs and cyclists are not permitted in Hulne Park: check the estate’s current information before visiting.

Cragside

Discover the National Trust’s house and landscape near Rothbury, with woodland, gardens and a remarkable story of invention. Check the visitor information to plan around seasonal access and opening times.

Alnmouth & the coast

Alnmouth makes a lovely coastal outing, with its colourful village, estuary and beach. Plan a walk, pause for lunch and explore more of the Northumberland coast during your stay.

A different day out

For more coastal history, visit Bamburgh Castle. If you are planning a trip to Holy Island, check the safe causeway crossing times before you travel.

Pair your day out with our places to eat guide. Opening times, admission arrangements and access vary, so use each attraction’s own website for the latest details.

Selected local photographs: Graeme Peacock (Alnwick Castle, Alnwick Garden, Hulne Park and Cragside) and Lee Frost (Alnmouth), as credited on our previous website.

We look forward to welcoming you

Choose your room and check availability, or speak to Bruce and Jeannette about your stay.