Northumberland Estates has a long history of investment in educational projects of all types and sizes, both in Alnwick and further afield. A joint sponsor of the Northumberland Church of England Academy in Ashington, the Estate regularly offers apprenticeships across the different departments as well as work experience positions, both for school pupils and at a higher educational level.
In the last year 66 different schools and over 3,300 visitors have taken part in Alnwick Castle's educational programme which includes activities based on history, storytelling, games, tours, talks, magic and science. The Estate provides additional support for extra-curricular activities at local schools.
