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Woodhorn offer 800 years of history, experience fantastic events and exhibitions at the award winning Museum and Northumberland Archives. The museum opened in 1989 and following major redevelopment, reopened in 2006. The brink building is now protected as a listed … Continue reading →

Otterburn Mill is well known for their Pram Rugs, which are passed from generation to generation. In 1926 Buckingham Palace contacted the mill requiring a small rug that would fit the royal pram for the birth of Princess Elizabeth. Otterburn … Continue reading →

Metro Centre is the largest shopping centre in Europe. Located on a former industrial site close to the River Tyne. The Metro Centre opened in 1986 and has approximately 342 shops. Since opening the Metro Centre has become more than … Continue reading →

Ford & Etal estates are situated on the valley of the River Till and centered around the villages of Ford & Etal. The estates covers 15000 acres of land, 1600 acres is forestry and amenity woodland. Historically Ford & Etal … Continue reading →

Druridge Bay Country Park is rich in wildlife and has fantastic landscape with a seven-mile stretch of sand from Amble to Creswell. Sailing fans can launch their own boats on the parks lake while other exercise enthusiasts can ride, cycle, … Continue reading →

Dunstanburgh castle is an iconic castle ruin located on one of the most beautiful stretches of the Northumberland coastline. The castle ruin is an exhilarating walk from Craster. Please not that if you are going to take your dog that … Continue reading →

Howick Hall and Gardens are aimed at garden lovers, offering a wide variety of plants throughout the year. The gardens open in February with the ‘Snowdrop Festival’ then in the spring and early summer the Woodland Garden is lovely with … Continue reading →

The castle is located in what was once the very volatile border area between England and Scotland. Not only did the English and Scots fight, but the area was frequently attacked by Vikings. Dramatically perched on a rocky crag and … Continue reading →

Warkworth Castle was originally constructed as a wooden fortress, some time after the Norman Conquest. Once home to the powerful Percy family who now reside in Alnwick Castle, Warkworth was and remains one of the largest and most impressive fortresses … Continue reading →

The Farne Islands (also referred to less formally as the Farnes) are a group of islands off the coast of Northumberland, England. Visit in summer for a close encounter with 1000s of nesting seabirds, including puffin, shag, and four types … Continue reading →