Wizards, woods and magical treehouses Northumberland is a special place with a variety of landscapes from beautiful beaches to mountainous regions such as the Cheviots. It has it all. For anyone visiting the area, Alnwick makes a great base. It’s well known for its castle and stunning gardens which are not only steeped in history and heritage but are also famous for many appearances in the Harry Potter films. There’s definitely a sense of magic here. This is a circular route that starts and ends in the car park at the entrance to Thrunton Woods. The start of the walk is a 10 minute drive outside of Alnwick. Thrunton Woods is really accessible with wide tracks that run through the Trees. This route adds some diversity by cutting up through the trees and following a stunning climb to the top. 2.0 -1 OTHER MODERATE 12176.2596540 438.2700000 Wizards, woods and magical treehouses