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26 November 2025

Cosy cottages in Northumberland

Find some of the best cottages in Northumberland for a winter break with our round up of cosy Northumberland cottages. From crackling log burners, to private hot tubs, to on-site telescopes, each suggestion has something that makes it especially irresistible for a winter stay.

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21 November 2025

Northumberland Christmas Gift Guide

Share the magic of the region this Christmas with our festive Northumberland gifts guide, featuring locally made candles, crafts, vouchers, and unforgettable experiences — perfect for treating someone special.

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Christmas

Dust off your Christmas jumpers, woolly hats and chunky scarves; it’s time to get into the festive spirit with Christmas in Northumberland. Wrap your hands around a steaming cup of mulled wine at Christmas Markets and experience a New Year’s Eve fire festival in Northumberland.

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Attractions

You'll never be short of stunning sights and memorable days out in Northumberland. Seek out hidden historical sites, cruise from castle to castle along the coast, discover peaceful gardens, and be inspired by old estates and country houses.

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Events

Where else can you find a puffin festival, a fire festival, and a cavalcade of 150 horses and riders setting off to ‘ride the bounds’? Whatever you’re looking for, Northumberland holds year-round events for families, foodies, and festival-lovers.

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Family-friendly activities

Northumberland has something for the whole family as the school holidays approach us. From historical sites and starry skies, to idyllic scenery and gorgeous beaches. Plan your perfect family trip with our recommendations and local knowledge.

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Winter offers

Make the most of Northumberland this Winter! Attend our fun events, enjoy some local seasonal produce at any of our food and drink markets, or relax and enjoy yourself in a local pub or restaurant. There’ll be something for everyone!

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Travel tips

With stunning scenery around every turn, travelling in Northumberland is an experience in itself. Here’s everything you need to know.

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Competition

Win a Luxury Cottage Break for Two at Burradon Farm

Win a fantastic two night stay for up to two guests at Burradon Farm in their brand new cottage – The Cartshed.

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Winter Starts Here

Frosty walks, food festivals and fairs can all be enjoyed in Northumberland winter time. Escape the cold with a cosy cottage stay, stargaze beneath our clear, dark skies and head to festive events across the county.

Christmas Wreath Making Workshops

Get creative this Christmas with Northumberland's wreath-making workshops. From a class in the grounds of a castle to an artsy Afternoon Tea, wreath-making is the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit.

Celebrate the New Year in Style

Looking for the perfect way to welcome the New Year? Northumberland offers the ideal setting for a cosy winter escape — from romantic retreats to family getaways where even your four-legged friends can join the adventure.

Winter Walks in Northumberland

Discover some of the best winter walks in Northumberland, perfect for Christmas walks, Boxing Day ambles and New Year's Day strolls. Admire our frost-glazed, wintry landscapes no matter what the occasion, as we have included short walks, great family trails and long routes in Northumberland.

Dog-Friendly Attractions in Northumberland

Don't leave the dog at home, bring it on holiday and enjoy the wealth of dog friendly things to do in Northumberland. We have rounded up some of Northumberland's best dog friendly attractions so you can have a fantastic trip with your four-legged friend.

Where Winter Meets Comfort Food

Find out where to eat in Northumberland this winter, whether it's for a cosy roast dinner, a festive family meal or a work's Christmas do. We have compiled a list of cafes, pubs, restaurants and Christmas markets where you can pick up local Christmas comfort food.

Find a Last-Minute Stay

From family-run B&Bs, hotels, and self-catering cottages in the countryside, Northumberland has accommodation for everyone. With our last minute deals on our late availability noticeboard, you can find the perfect place for you at a lower price.

Filming Locations in Northumberland

Explore Northumberland's stunning film and TV locations, from Harry Potter and Downton Abbey to Transformers and 28 Years Later. Discover the dramatic landscapes that bring your favourite stories to life.

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Explore Northumberland Through the Seasons

Latest from Northumberland

Cosy cottages in Northumberland

Northumberland Christmas Gift Guide

Northumberland

Christmas

Attractions

Events

Family-friendly activities

Winter offers

Travel tips

Win a Luxury Cottage Break for Two at Burradon Farm

Also of interest

Winter Starts Here

Christmas Wreath Making Workshops

Celebrate the New Year in Style

Winter Walks in Northumberland

Dog-Friendly Attractions in Northumberland

Where Winter Meets Comfort Food

Find a Last-Minute Stay

Filming Locations in Northumberland

Stay in the know

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