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Attractions in Northumberland

Unforgettable experiences
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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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.
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Science and Technology

Kielder Observatory

Kielder
Kielder Observatory is an astronomical attraction at Kielder Water & Forest Park run by the Kielder Observatory Astronomical Society. Please visit www.kielderobservatory.org for all event bookings.
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Science Technology

Twice Brewed Inn Observatory

Twice Brewed
Our new satellite site at Bardon Mill, near Hadrian's Wall, blends astronomy and history with comfort! Enjoy dark skies, planetarium shows and cosy hospitality all in one place.
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Great Outdoors

Northumberland National Park

Northumberland
Northumberland National Park is one of England’s finest landscapes. Home to England’s darkest skies and most tranquil spaces, it is steeped in culture and heritage spanning thousands of years.
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Museums

Lady Waterford Hall

Ford and Etal Estate
Step back in time at Ford & Etal Estates with a visit to Lady Waterford Hall and learn of a woman ahead of her time.
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Museums

Ad Gefrin

Wooler
A fully-immersive Golden Age of Northumbria Experience and a whisky distillery creating the first Northumbrian English Single Malt Whisky.
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Great Outdoors

Kielder Castle Visitor Centre

Kielder
Please note: Kielder Castle is currently closed due to major renovation works. The Street Diner, information point and Zog Trail are now open.
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Cafes, Tearooms & Coffee Shops

The Drift Cafe

Cresswell
The Drift Café is famous for wonderful homemade cakes, fantastic food and excellent customer service.
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Historic sites

Alnwick Castle

Alnwick
The second largest inhabited castle in the UK, home to the Percy family for 700 years and filming location.
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Museums

Roman Army Museum (Carvoran) Hadrian's Wall

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Lying in magnificent countryside next to a sweeping section of Hadrian's Wall and based at the site of Carvoran Roman Fort.
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Step into our past

Ancient artefacts, ruinous castle remains, and 19th-century mansions are waiting to be explored and to reveal Northumberland’s astounding history.

From little legs to four legs

Whether you've got the kids in tow or you're travelling with the dog, there are endless attractions for every kind of group in Northumberland.

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