Cafes, Tearooms & Coffee Shops

Hadrian's Wall and Housesteads Fort - Visitor Centre

Hexham
At Hadrian’s Wall, it’s about making new discoveries and there’s plenty to see on your visit to this World Heritage Site - so the grab-and-go approach is highly recommended when it comes to food.
Historic sites

Wallington House, Gardens & Estate

Cambo
Discover woodlands, walled garden, wildlife, house full of history and collections, cycle trails and play areas at Wallington.
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Tourist Information Centre

Alnwick Library & Visitor Information Centre

Alnwick
Alnwick Library and Information Centre is well worth visiting to ensure you make the most of your stay in Northumberland.
Markets

Haltwhistle Market Day

Haltwhistle
Haltwhistle no longer holds a weekly market, however they do have the occasional street trader. If you are interested in street trading, please contact Neil Brown, Markets Manager, Northumberland: Email: [email protected] Telephone: 07909 688174
Great Outdoors

Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Country Park, Local Nature Reserve

Ashington
Sitting unexpectedly in Northumberland’s industrial town of Ashington, Queen Elizabeth II Country Park offers a stunning area
Adventure Sports

Go Ape Matfen

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.
Historic sites

Lindisfarne Castle

Holy Island
Iconic Tudor Fort converted into an intimate holiday home in 1903 for Edward Hudson by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens.
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Tourist Information Centre

Wooler Tourist Information Centre

Wooler
Wooler Tourist Information Centre serves North Northumberland and the Cheviot Hills. A wonderful area for walking and touring.
Great Outdoors

Northumberland Dark Sky Park

Kielder
Northumberland International Dark Sky Park was unveiled in December 2013. At 572 square miles (1,483 square kilometres) it is also Europe’s largest area of protected night sky. Due to its pristine skies it was awarded gold tier designation by the International Dark Sky Association, making it officially the best place in England for people to go to enjoy the heavens.
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.