YHA Alnwick is a charming and hospitable hostel located in the historical town of Alnwick, in Northumberland, England. Housed in a beautifully renovated courthouse, it retains many of the building's original features, providing a unique and distinctive character to the accommodation. Offering both private rooms and dormitory-style accommodation, the hostel is well-equipped with modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests. The communal kitchen and dining area allow for self-catering, while the cozy lounge provides a place to relax, socialise and plan the next day's adventures. YHA Alnwick truly offers a mix of history and comfort, making it an ideal base for exploring the area.
The area surrounding YHA Alnwick is steeped in history and rich in attractions. Just a short walk away from the hostel, guests can explore the Alnwick Castle, often referred to as the 'Windsor of the North' and famous as a filming location for the Harry Potter movies. Adjacent to the castle, the Alnwick Garden, with its stunning water features and unique Poison Garden, is a must-visit. The town of Alnwick itself, with its cobbled streets and traditional market, offers a range of shopping and dining experiences. A short drive away lies the Northumberland Coast, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, perfect for walking, birdwatching, and enjoying the stunning beaches. For history buffs, a visit to the nearby historic island of Lindisfarne, also known as Holy Island, would be an excellent day trip. With such a wealth of attractions and natural beauty in the vicinity, YHA Alnwick provides the perfect starting point for exploring Northumberland.
. Alnmouth BeachNear Alnmouth - a sandy composition 4.3m away.A long sandy beach with the River Aln separating the beach North and South. The North beach has a good sized car park with seasonal ice cream Van. The sand dune backed beach is ideal for many occasions, building sandcastles, walking, fishing, bathing (though away from the river estuary) and there is a good amount of wildlife in the area. |
Longhoughton Steel BeachNear Alnwick - a sandy and rocky composition 4.9m away.Two small bays next to each other separated by a rock outcrop, named Sugar Sands(North) and Howdiemont sands (South) the beaches themselves are sandy and picturesque backed by low cliffs where you can park on walk down to both beaches. Good for bathing, rock pooling and fishing. |
Eshott Airfield Bockenfield Northumberland NE65 9QJ 9.4 miles |
Carlisle Lake District Airport Carlisle Cumbria CA6 4NW 54.1 miles |
A167(M) Junction B1318,A167 Kenton, Gosforth , Jesmond, South Gosforth, Newcastle city centre 29.9 miles |
A167(M) Junction North Shields, Tynemouth 30.0 miles |
A167(M) Junction A193, B1307 Byker 30.4 miles |
Alnmouth for Alnwick station code = ALM NE66 3QF 3.0 miles |
Acklington station code = ACK NE65 9BT 7.5 miles |
Attractions & places to see near this YHA hostel.
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Greycroft B&B. - 0.08 | The Georgian Guesthouse. - 0.09 |
Percy Terrace Bed and Breakfast. - 0.10 | White Swan Hotel. - 0.11 |
Holly Lodge. - 0.12 | Castle Gate Guest House. - 0.15 |
The Bondgate Boutique. - 0.16 | Tate House. - 0.16 |
The Plough. - 0.17 | Black Swan. - 0.22 |