Northumberland National Park
The park covers 400 square miles of wild Northumbrian countryside, the perfect place for walking, bird watching, cycling, or simply sitting in the car and enjoying the panoramic views. Northumberland National Park is the least populated of all the National Parks in England and Wales and truly is one of the best places in the country to get away from it all, in peaceful and tranquil surroundings.

Cragside House & Estate
Cragside House and estate is owned by the National Trust and is famous for being the first home to be powered by hydro electricity. The house was built between 1864 and 1884 by Lord Armstrong, and is open to the public between March and November.

Northumbrian Castles
Northumberland has more castles than any other county in England. There are the medieval castles at Alnwick, Warkworth, Dunstanburgh, Bamburgh and Chillingham. These are all open to the public, throughout the year, and are well worth a visit. The majority of castles in Northumberland are situated near the coast, which means, not only do you get to visit these fantastic historic buildings, but you also get to see the beautiful Northumberland coastline.

Northumberland Coast
Northumberland has miles upon miles of golden sandy beaches, with the odd rocky one too! If the weather is nice, then a day on the coast is a must; it's roughly a thirty minute drive, but it is well worth it. Alnmouth, Warkworth, Embleton and Bamburgh beaches are amongst Northumberland's finest. If the tides are in your favour then a trip over to Holy Island is another historic place to visit.

Newcastle Upon Tyne
If you miss the hustle and bustle of the city, or like to shop on a grander scale, then head south to the city of Newcastle upon Tyne. Newcastle offers some fantastic and varied restaurants, shops, and is renowned for its lively nightlife. Other attractions include; Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, The Sage Gateshead, the Millennium Bridge and the famous Quayside.