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A confession from the Retirement Ramblers, we haven’t been doing much rambling. In our defence it isn’t our fault, there’s been t...

Any vegan or celiac reading this will agree that the concept of going for an Afternoon Tea sounds almost impossible. Meat-filled finger sandwiches,...

Refuge Hut on Lindisfarne Causeway by Tony Robson It’s the most colourful time of the year&hel...

There is only one thing that can improve your mug of frothy deliciousness, and that is a brew-tiful sea view. Whether you need a pick-me-up; someth...

Northumberland has been nominated to win the award for Best UK Holiday Destination in the British Trave...

Terriers on Tour are becoming famous! We are now getting personal invites (via phone calls to the humans) to visit all the best dog friendly places...

Have you herd the news? There’s an alpacalypse in Northumberland…The air was cold, the atmosphere grey and rain poured from t...

Watching the Tour de France on TV has ramped up my excitement for the Northumberland Stage of the Tour of Britain. I find myself going through the ...

The kids are lying in bed all morning, dad’s socks and sandals are fixed to his feet and mum’s oversized sunglasses are shielding her e...

Just in case you’ve forgotten, we are Rab and Phin, border terriers who love exploring Northumberland. The humans have been a bit lax lately ...

Boarding the bus in Alnwick, we hopped on the Arriva X18 Sightseeing Tour Bus and headed up to the top deck and the back of the bus like naughty sc...

What’s New in Northumberland The time has come… The British Travel Awards voting is open (...

OMG! I’m so excited. The OVO Energy Tour of Britain Cycle Race is returning to Northumberland, (we oldies remember it as ‘The M...

It could be romantic or rustic, serene or spiritual, coastal or castle (or both!), Northumberland has a venue for every taste, every vision and eve...

A day at Whitehouse Farm I don’t know about you, but I have many, good, childhood memories of visiting farm parks....

Photo Credit Mario Czekirda Father’s Day: The day that we laugh at ‘dad jokes’ ...

While I am all about cosy inns, welcoming hostels and authentic B&Bs, there was something about stepping into the sumptuous settin...

This isn’t a budget version of an Enid Blyton classic, just the two ‘Retirement Ramblers’ having a Northumberland holiday. ...

Photo credit Sophie Pearce Have a Bloomin’ Lovely May Half Term in Northum...

The Method to our Mindfulness in Northumberland This week is Mental Health Awareness Week, when people everywhere open u...

On Tuesday, I was lucky enough to visit The Farne Islands and witness the puffin count in action. This count used to take place every five years, b...

There’s a lot to be excited about when May comes around; the sun tends to linger for longer, there are a couple of bank holidays to look forw...

Photo credit Kevin Wilkinson Every year, Japanese locals come together for ‘Hanami’, ...

Five Things to Do for the Best of Kielder’s Wildlife  Northumberland’s beautiful, award-winning Kield...

Waking up to snow on the 3rd April was not how I anticipated my day going! *Note to self, start checking the weather forecast when making plans*. I...

When you look into the Northumberland sky on a dark night you’ll be mesmerised by the sight of up to 2000 stars at any one time. But could yo...

OK, so this sounds like a ‘Bucket List’, but it isn’t. This is 5 things that will give enjoyment for having seen them. Unlike a &...

I’m fortunate to be one of the lucky ones who really enjoy their job and gets on well with my work colleagues, however last week was one of t...

Decs up, cards written and posted, presents bought and wrapped, food organised. Time now to de-stress, so what is most likely to help us relax? Ans...

The 9th December marks the 5th anniversary of the designation of the Northumberland International Dark Sky Park. At 572 squar...

The temptation to chase the winter sun intensifies around this time of year, as the days get shorter and the mercury begins to drop. While you migh...

“WOW Bebbanburgh Castle! You can see why Uhtred was so keen to get it back from his uncle.” “You do know that Uhtred is a...

We’re huge fans of crime dramas at VisitNland HQ. Obviously, ITV’s Vera is our favourite thanks to Ann Cleeves’ cracking st...

With its rolling green hillsides and vast stretches of unspoilt coastline, Northumberland is one of the UK’s true treasures. Tucked away in t...

Whether you’re looking for a peaceful seaside stroll or a fun-filled day of activities, there’s so much to see and do in Northumberland...

Long regarded as the “hidden gem” of the UK, Northumberland is a county brimming with opportunities for an unforgettable holiday ...

The landscape of Northumberland is probably the most beautiful and dramatic in the UK. That’s a bold claim, we know. Nevertheless, time and t...

People go to the countryside to get away from it all. After a busy week of work and hectic school runs, a weekend away in a family-friendly rural r...

  We set off on our next voyage of discovery in gloriously warm and sunny weather. Well not so much a voyage of discovery as a short d...

‘And now for something completely different’, as they used to say on Monty Python. Until now our visits have concentrated...

Love Northumberland – Vote Northumberland –  For Our Countryside Northumberland is in the running as the Best UK Hol...

Ask anyone where the Debatable Lands were, and they’ll point you in the direction of the famous strip between Canonbie and Longtown at the We...

Love Northumberland Vote Northumberland....For its coastline  Northumberland is in the running as the Best UK Holiday Destinatio...

  We set off on our next voyage of discovery in gloriously warm and sunny weather. Well not so much a voyage of discovery as a short d...

5 Idyllic Northumberland Hotspots for a Rejuvenating Rural Escape Whether you’re a North East native looking for a day trip a sto...

We have been fascinated by moving water for a long time, with a particular interest in man made structures, fountains, cascades, water features and...

With renewed enthusiasm for all things Roman. Harry Seddon returns to Hadrian's Wall. Ad Oppidum, Latin translation of ‘to the town&r...

Whether you’re planning your first trip to explore Northumberland’s scenic walks and quaint villages, or you consider yourself a vetera...

Ad Oppidum, Latin translation of ‘to the town’, I think. This was included in every Latin examination I undertook whilst at school, bec...

Northumberland's Most Picturesque Cycling Routes Northumberland is a vast playground for cyclists, with hills and de...

Our winter hibernation was prolonged courtesy of the Beast from the East, although we have to confess to abandoning Northumberland, (shame, shame, ...

Let the waves hit your feet and the sand be your seat with a trip to the Northumberland coast. A jewel in the county’s crown, it is spectacul...

Embark on an adventure to Northumberland with your four legged friend, Rab and Phin give us an insight to their short break……. ...

Get clarty (noun; getting muddy) Nobody expects this time of the year to be full of sunshine ...

Groundsmen at Alnwick Castle - part of the Northern Lights project, written by James Tierney In a place of courageous landscapes ...

Nearly 20 years before Alfred Wainwright started to become famous for his Lakeland fells guide books he planned a walk which would take him “...

Hidden across the highlands of Northumberland are Bastle houses, relics which bear witness to a time when Northumberland was a lawless land...

A staycation holiday in a cliff top house on the sounds like the perfec...

Whatever your favourite type of landscape, you’ll find it in Northumberland. And as you seek it out and enjoy its wonders, you’re unlik...

From Capability Brown to stargazing, we've picked some facts about Northumberland which we hope will rouse your curiosity and insp...

As someone newly arrived in Northumberland from the Lake District we’re often asked. “Why would you move here from Cumbria”. Our ...

Hello!  My name is Kelly Hollings and I am lucky enough to be one of the project officers, working alongside Graham Holyoak and a super team o...

Northumberland is home to the largest protected in Europe, ...

Coastal Retreats owner Fiona McKeith has holidayed in Northumberland since she was a child. Come summer or winter, rain or shine,...

Are you in need of some winter weekend inspiration? After what feels like months of cold mornings and dark nights, it ca...

Thanks to iconic landscapes and beautiful buildings, Northumberland is the go-to place for many authors and directors when thinkin...

Spending quality time with loved ones is just one of the reasons why so many people choose to go on holiday with the whole family. Today, multigene...

Have you got what it takes to be a Roman soldier? Head to ...

Come to test water taken from the sea Pilgri...

This summer saw the return of a much-loved mammal back into Kielder Water & Forest Park – the water vole...

From Border Reiving to Roman occupation, Northumberland has more than its fair share of turbulent history. We flock to see relics of this past, but...

The first time I arrived at Eshott Hall, I realised immediately that this was definitely a ‘hidden gem’ of a place. Born and bred in Co...

Curator Peter Sharpe talks to us about the Kielder Art & Architecture trail and how the landscape of Kielder Border Forest influences h...

Doxford Hall Hotel and Spa offers grace and grandeur, individuality and a sense of local culture and history, all combined with t...

, a boutique country house ho...

  We recently read an article which said Northumberland is the kind of place where children can be children without being scowled at. ...

  In this busy world we live in, sometimes a little tranquility is required to recharge your batteries. Luckily, Northumberland is ful...

Thanks to exposure with shows such as ITV Vera and the Tales from Northumberland series, our glorious county is very much in the public eye. Perhap...

  Here at VisitNland HQ, we're huge fans of making the most of the little things. Life is what you make of it, and it's far to...

Hidden in the green valley of the River Till, Ford and Etal Estates is one of the secret gems of north Northumberland. Full of fascinatin...

  Already great champions of the benefits of pedal-power, the National Trust have gone one step further with their brand-new family-fr...

It’s in our nature at Matfen Hall               Set in 500 acres of parkland, it ...

There is nowhere quite like Northumberland... We chatted with businessman and author Glen Ha...

  Easter is a special time for us here at The Lindisfarne Inn, thanks to our fab location as the nearest mainland inn to the Holy Isla...

The sun is blazing and I look down and ask myself “Why Rachel, why are you wearing a woolly jumper?” as I reach to grab my sunglasses o...

  Northumberland really is the land that’s just as good with the lights off! As the location of one of the largest Dark Sky Park...

Matfen Hall has watched over some of Northumberland most stunning sunsets for almost 200 years, I have been lucky enough to work here for the...

Northumberland is no ordinary county. Ask anyone who is lucky enough to make it their home, workplace and playground. Ask any tourist or visitor wh...

“The woods are lovely, dark and deep. But I have...

  Battlesteads Hotel & Restaurant in Wark, near Hexham, is the only hotel in the UK to boast an on-site dark sky observatory &ndas...

Celebrating the landmarks, communities and maritime history of Northumberland's 64 miles of beautiful North Sea...

The Port of Blyth in Northumberland will come alive over the August Bank Holiday this month, as it hosts the North Sea Tall Ships Regatta f...

Northumberland is renowned across the globe for its gorgeous coastline, rugged landscape and wealth of unique wildlife-spotting oppor...

Matfen Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa is well and truly part of the beauty of Northumberland. Set in 500 acres of parkland, it is a luxurious idy...