Property for sale in Alnwick
The district of Alnwick lies in the heart of Northumberland, and is one of the most rural and sparsely populated districts in UK, with a population of approximately 32,000. The ancestral home of the Duke of Northumberland, Alnwick is famous for its historic castle and more recently, the Alnwick Garden. The estate agents in Alnwick say the town is considered to be one of the most picturesque market towns in Northumberland. The location of the town provides easy access to Northumberland's heritage coast, and further inland is the wild beauty of Northumberland National Park and the Cheviot Hills. There is a mixture of property for sale in Alnwick, including Edwardian town houses, imposing detached Victorian houses with equestrian facilities, traditional stone built period cottages, as well as a number of commercial freehold properties and farmland.
Amenities for properties in Alnwick
Alnwick Castle has been the backdrop for many films and TV series, including 'Robin Hood Prince of Thieves' and most recently 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone'. Fans of the series Blackadder will be aware that Lord Percy was the Duke of Northumberland, whose ancestral home is Alnwick Castle. The opening sequence of the first series shows Blackadder galloping across a meadow in front of the castle. If you are considering Alnwick property, take a walk into town, where you will discover Alnwick still retains much of its market town charm, with a wide variety of shops, restaurants and public houses. The historic town offers many leisure and shopping facilities, including the Alnwick Playhouse, Willowburn Leisure Centre and swimming pool, Hulne Park and the Pastures for countryside walks, as well as having a doctor's surgery and a hospital. Local produce can be purchased at the Farmers' Market which takes place on the last Friday of each month.
Transport for Alnwick
When searching for houses for sale in Alnwick by car, the town is just 22 miles from Newcastle and the A1(M) to the east, and 34 miles from Carlisle and the M6 to the west. Intercity rail links are available from Newcastle, and a number of direct trains to London and Edinburgh operate from Alnmouth station.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Alnwick, you may like to extend your search and explore neighbouring areas to search for property for sale in Alnwick, Morpeth and Haltwhistle.
house, 3 bedrooms
We are pleased to offer for sale this three bedroom detached family home situated in a cul de sac location benefiting from gas fired central heating system and double glazing where stated. The...
house, 4 bedrooms
FOUR BEDROOM DETACHED
Superb detached four bedroom family home located in this highly sought after cul-de-sac position within Allerburn Lea towards the centre of Alnwick town. (contd...)
house, 3 bedrooms, 1 reception room
**BRAND NEW INSIDE - THREE BEDS - PARKING AND GARDEN**
Modernised and refurbished, this attractive mid terraced family home has entrance hall, generous sitting room, excellen
house, 4 bedrooms
STUNNING four bedroom detached property.
Fantastic location overlooking the River Aln, this property was built around the beautiful riverside views, the large windows and patio doors le
house, 4 bedrooms
Woodlands Mount is a well proportioned detached family home set within a superb generous garden site of approximately 0.41 acres, yet within good proximity of all Alnwicks main services and...
house, 4 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, 3 bathrooms
Strikingly contemporary town house with extensive garden and integral double garage close to Alnwick town.
flat, 2 bedrooms, 1 reception room
**TOWN CENTRE APARTMENT - GENEROUS ROOMS - HOLIDAY/ INVESTMENT PROPERTY**
Town centre apartment with generous accommodation on the first floor of an historic building in Narrowgate. The
house, 3 bedrooms, 1 reception room
** FOR SALE BY AUCTION 27th FEBRUARY 2012 AT THE MARRIOT HOTEL, GOSFORTH PARK - terms and conditions apply - see
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** GENEROUS MID TERRACED HO
house, 4 bedrooms
Strother House is a superbly presented and spacious detached family home, occupying an enviable position towards the head of this exclusive cul de sac development on the edge of the village of...
house, 3 bedrooms
We are pleased to offer for sale this three bedroom semi detached family home benefiting from gas fired central heating and double glazing where stated. The accommodation briefly comprises...