The magical world of Harry Potter has captivated fans around the world for decades. Now, Potterheads have the chance to visit a real-life Hogwarts, located in England. Alnwick Castle was used as the filming location for the iconic wizarding school in the first two Harry Potter films, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
The castle is situated in Northumberland, England, and dates back to the 11th century. It is the second largest inhabited castle in England, and is home to the Duke and Duchess of Northumberland. The castle is open to the public, and visitors can explore the grounds and visit the interior of the castle.
Alnwick Castle was the perfect choice for the exterior shots of Hogwarts in the Harry Potter films. The castle’s grand architecture and lush grounds make it the perfect setting for the wizarding school. Visitors can explore the grounds and visit the exact locations where some of the most iconic scenes in the Harry Potter films were filmed.
The castle also has a few magical secrets of its own. The castle is home to a secret underground chamber, which is said to be the inspiration for the Chamber of Secrets in the Harry Potter books. The castle also has a hidden room, which is said to be the inspiration for the Room of Requirement.
Alnwick Castle is just one of many real-life locations used in the Harry Potter films. Other locations include Oxford University, which was used for the exterior shots of Hogwarts in the later films, and Gloucester Cathedral, which was used for the interior shots of Hogwarts.
Harry Potter fans now have the chance to visit a real-life Hogwarts, and explore the magical world of Harry Potter. Alnwick Castle is the perfect place to start, and visitors can explore the grounds and visit the exact locations where some of the most iconic scenes in the Harry Potter films were filmed.