Northumberland Sightseeing & Activities Guide

dating back to the fourteenth century and closely associated with many historical events. Now best known as one of the locations for the Harry Potter films

the first house in the world to be lit by hydroelectricity crammed full of ingenious gadgets – most of them still working and with one of the largest rock gardens in Europe

offering unrivalled close ups of thousands of puffins, Arctic terns and guillemots (May to July) and seal pups in the autumn. Charges apply including members

the most remarkable Roman remains in the country, a real insight into Roman military life and discover the past behind the archaeological remains

Kielder Castle is the visitor centre for Britain's biggest forest with over 250 square miles to explore with exhibitions about forestry and conservation

a fine Palladian Country House with Chippendale and Trotter furniture and a changing exhibition of local artists' work surrounded by lovely grounds

the house, home of the quirky Museum of Curiosities, is surrounded by an informal landscape of lawns, lakes, woodland, parkland and farmland

a friendly welcome and a superb layout awaits. Set in mature parkland, open grassland and gorse with panoramic views out to the sea which is five miles away. Gents par 70 and ladies par 73 course

former home of Earl Grey, with woodland walks through the arboretum, best known for their spring bulbs and don't miss a cup of Earl Grey tea in the café

set in a magical landscape, an exciting garden created by the Duchess of Northumberland containing a 120 water jet Grand Cascade

continually inhabited for over 1,000 years and perched on a basalt outcrop of the very edge of the North Sea, commanding stunning views of the Farne and Holy Islands with a unique collection of artefacts, objets d'art and ceramics

Whitehouse Farm is a 40 acre farm centre that has been entertaining and educating people of all ages since 1997

the Barracks & Elizabethan Fortifications, The Clock Block, Gymnasium Gallery, By Beat of Drum & Kings Own Scottish Borders Regimental Museum are all great museums in 1 location. Berwick Barracks were completed in 1721

built out of a former quarry over the last 25 years, visited by thousands of visitors a year. From ferns, shrubs, perennials and grasses to The National Collection of Centaurea. There is plenty to inspire gardeners and visitors alike

presenting this history of Alnwick and District, holding a variety of workshops and exhibitions throughout the year

set on the north side of the River Blyth with a picnic area and children's play area, as well as pleasant horse and nature trails. The park covers 57 hectares of woodland and grassland.

preserving and displaying the heritage of the North Tyne and Redewater area of Northumberland with relics and photographs covering all aspects of local history and traditions in the area

the remains of a medieval castle crucial to Anglo-Scottish warfare, superseded by the most complete and breathtakingly impressive bastioned town defences in England

take a trip to the Farne Islands & observe the grey seal colonies. All-day bird watching is available during the breeding season

introducing the birdlife of Northumberland and the North East. Tours with friendly guides who share their knowledge of local birds with infectious enthusiasm