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Activities in Northumberland

Endless activities
Get back into the swing of things on our many golf courses, surf and SUP board beside barely-trodden beaches, ramble along our scenic walking routes, cycle on breath-taking bike tracks, or gallop along our coastline with the fresh sea wind in your hair.

Infinite adventures

From stirrups to surfboards, our adventure activities and watersports let you explore Northumberland with the added thrill of getting your adrenaline and endorphins pumping. So step into your harness, secure your helmet, or zip up your wetsuit, and start exploring.

Everything for the sporty type

If sport is your thing, you'll be spoilt for choice. Our golf courses are second to none, boasting sea views and scenic surrounding landscapes. Go fishing at peaceful beauty spots, cycle along winding, wildlife-filled routes, or head to our leisure centres for brilliant sports facilities.

Take it down a notch

Slow things down with our wildlife, great outdoors and relaxed activities. We have gentle walking routes, fantastic bird watching opportunities, and incredible boat trips that are perfect for getting to know our wildlife and nature. Plus, we have informative tours great for feeding your mind with fascinating facts about Northumberland.


Activity providers in Northumberland

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Family Attraction

Heatherslaw Light Railway

Ford and Etal Estate
Travel on our 15 inch gauge railway at Ford & Etal Estates between Heatherslaw and Etal Castle on a return journey.
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Tours of Northumberland

Curius Compass

Hexham
20% OFF any Classic Tour in 2025.  Quote 'VISITNORTH20' at the time of booking.
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Historic sites

Heatherslaw Corn Mill

Ford and Etal Estate
Restored working 19thC cornmill, producing stoneground wholemeal flour and stocking a range of cereals. Exhibitions and demonstrations daily, produce available in gift shop and tearoom.
Tour Guides

Lundgren Tours

Alnwick
Award-winning, fun and informative guided coach and walking tour experiences in Northumberland including Harry Potter, Viking and Game of Thrones tours
Learning and discovery

Fells' Kitchen

Northumberland
Chef and mountain leader providing fully catered gourmet adventure and experience days in Northumberland.
Adventure Sports

Go Ape Matfen

Matfen

Save on your next family adventure when you book Treetop Challenge.  All you need to do is enter FAMILY15 at checkout.  Terms and Conditions apply

Walking

Coast to Coast on the Ravenber Way

Berwick-upon-Tweed
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.
Tours and tour guides

Handy History

Greenhead
Catherine Jarvis offers tours along Hadrian's Wall and the Roman forts. These can be delivered 1:1, couples or for larger groups.
Sightseeing and Leisure

Billy Shiel Farne Islands Boat Trips

Seahouses
Sailings daily from Seahouses with a choice of half & full day landing trips, Grey Seal Cruise and sailings to Lindisfarne.
Science and Technology

Battlesteads Dark Sky Observatory

Hexham
An accessible, public astronomical observatory offering talks, activities, drop in sessions, stargazing and Astro courses to suit anyone from the absolute beginner to the professional.
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