If you’re lucky enough to be House Sitting in the North East of England, Alnwick Castle is a great place for a day out. Set in the Northumberland countryside, first glimpses may appear foreboding but, as one of Europe’s largest inhabited castles and home to the Duke of Northumberland for the last 700 years, it’s still very much a living castle. It’s most certainly a castle which is full of surprises. Behind its fearsome stone walls lie lavish State Rooms for you to explore filled with an awe inspiring collection of art and furniture belonging to the Percy family.
Today it’s more than just a private family home and visitor attraction; it’s also the centre of a large business enterprise which includes property management and development, leisure, heritage and tourism together with farming, forestry and minerals. Continue reading “House Sitters Head to Alnwick Castle for a Taste of Britain at its Best”