Sport and Leisure

Enjoy great fun for all the family at one of Northumberland’s swimming pools and leisure centres. Whether you’re looking for slides, waves, toddler sessions, inflatable fun or just a quiet lane swim, Northumberland’s swimming pools have all of this and more!

Indoor and outdoor activities

Other family activities on offer at Northumberland’s leisure centres include soft play, 10-pin bowling, children’s holiday activities, and a range of indoor and outdoor sports!

Northumberland’s leisure centres also have a full range of fitness classes and well-equipped gyms to help you stay in shape! So whatever sport or activity you choose there are so many options to get active in Northumberland. Whether you are looking for outdoor climbing and adventure days at Go Ape or outdoor activities accessible for everyone at Calvert Kielder, Northumberland has it all.

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Adventure Sports

Go Ape Matfen

Make this year adventurous and Go Ape at Matfen, 15 miles from Newcastle. Experience a Treetop Challenge or chance your arm at Axe Throwing.

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Fishing

Fishing at Kielder and Fontburn

Northumbrian Water trout fisheries in the north east of England has built up a well deserved reputation for offering top quality fishing.

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Cycling

Pedal Power Cycle Hire

Explore Northumberland by bike. Adult, Child, Tandem and Ebikes available for full or half day cycling hire, longer hires also available.

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Cycling

Saddle Skedaddle Cycling Holidays

The UK’s leading independent cycling holiday specialist. Their team of experts have created experiences that showcase the best of Northumberland!

Walking

Coast to Coast on the Ravenber Way

The Ravenber Way is a challenging coast to coast walk across Northern England that begins at Ravenglass in the Lake District and ends at England's northernmost town, Berwick-upon-Tweed.

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Active 4 Seasons

Made to Measure guided trips and coaching in open Canoe, River and sea Kayaks. #Developingdesire4adventure

Morpeth

Tiger Flights

See Northumberland from a whole new perspective with 30, 45 and 60 minute flights in WWII vintage Tiger Moths.

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Coquet Shorebase Trust

Try canoeing, kayaking, paddleboards, sailing and windsurfing. Tuition/hires at Druridge Bay Country Park. Guided kayak tours of the Coquet Estuary.

Kielder Sport and Leisure

The Osprey Ferry

01434 251000

Morpeth Sport and Leisure

Morpeth Sports & Leisure Centre

01670 620200

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Cycling

Cruise along the coast, roll beside rivers, and pedal to peaceful beauty spots in Northumberland. Experience everything from flat, family-friendly paths to intense mountain bike tracks, and venture into the county’s nooks and crannies that cars can’t reach.

Fishing

From smaller streams to rivers and coasts, Northumberland is home to incredible game, river and coarse fishing spots. Enthusiasts can make the most out of our multiple venues and plan an unforgettable fishing trip here.

Golf

Northumberland’s range of golf courses sit in our most stunning and dramatic landscapes. Swing your club along the coast, where sea views and castles are your backdrop. Or go golfing in the countryside and immerse yourself in nature while you play.

Horse riding

Saddle up and take the reins in Northumberland, where quiet country lanes and peaceful beaches make spectacular horse riding routes. Activity providers can supply the routes, horseshoes and helmets, or if you're an experienced rider, you're free to go exploring on your own.

Mountain biking

Veer off-road and go off the beaten track on Northumberland’s thrilling mountain bike routes. Our numerous, specialist trails cover diverse, continually changing landscapes and countryside, so you can treat your tyres to a tour of the great outdoors.

Running Events

Looking to enjoy some of the most scenic spots in Northumberland, exploring hidden gems that the region has to offer, whilst getting your steps in and an endorphins kick?

Woman walking in Northumberland National Park

Walking and hiking

Northumberland has some of the most breathtaking scenery, most picturesque destinations to explore, all with a wide range of paths and routes just waiting for you. There're ample opportunities to amble across the county, miles of stunning coastline to wander along, picturesque National Park trails to follow, Hadrian’s Wall walking routes and a wealth of fascinating history to discover.

Water sports

Dive with grey seals, stand up paddle board into the sunset, and row along rivers with Northumberland water sports. The incredible Northumberland coastline, lakes and rivers let you explore off-shore, and we have excellent providers offering equipment rental and lesson bookings.

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Sport and Leisure

Indoor and outdoor activities

Go Ape Matfen

Fishing at Kielder and Fontburn

Pedal Power Cycle Hire

Saddle Skedaddle Cycling Holidays

Coast to Coast on the Ravenber Way

Active 4 Seasons

Tiger Flights

Coquet Shorebase Trust

The Osprey Ferry

Morpeth Sports & Leisure Centre

Also of interest

Cycling

Fishing

Golf

Horse riding

Mountain biking

Running Events

Walking and hiking

Water sports

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