This full-day tour departs from Edinburgh, traveling through the Scottish Borders and Northumberland to visit Bamburgh and Alnwick Castle. The experience combines film locations with historic wonders, highlighting a region of epic victories and regal magnificence. The atmosphere links a pleasant seaside town featuring views of a fifth-century fortress with a historic castle that served as a shooting location for Harry Potter and Downton Abbey, offering an exploration of the Scottish and English borders.
The journey explores the scenic Scottish Borders and Northumberland coastline, with a drive from Edinburgh to the seaside town of Bamburgh, where guests enjoy views of the fifth-century Bamburgh Castle. Highlights include Alnwick Castle, where visitors discover its rich history and celebrated film legacy. For Harry Potter fans, an optional twenty-five-minute outdoor broomstick training session offers the chance to learn mounting, descending, and manoeuvring under instructor guidance, with an alternative photo opportunity in the Artisans Courtyard should wet weather prevent the session.
Inclusions:
- Blue Badge Driver Guide
- Alnwick Castle Entrances
- Optional twenty-five-minute outdoor broomstick training session
