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Sport & Leisure
Good Times Bike Hire
Berwick-upon-Tweed
E-Bikes and pedal bikes for hire. Cycle to Lindisfarne, Bamburgh and beyond from our base near Berwick, or delivery available.
Markets
Greenhead Farmers Market
Greenhead
Known as “the friendly village market”, we run on the second Sunday of every month, all year round, at the village hall in Greenhead, from 10am to 2pm. Meet the producers of delicious local foods and local craftspeople, learn new recipes and find out what’s going on in the local area and even some of the local history, over cakes & fair-trade coffee/tea.
Get there in the new community transport electric vehicle we call the GGaxy: phone 07399 993 979 to book.
Adventure activities
Swim & Snorkel the Farne Islands
Seahouses
Swim and snorkel at the Farne Islands, Northumberland’s spectacular marine nature reserve, on a guided wildlife adventure from Seahouses.
Tours of Northumberland
Curius Compass
Hexham
Story led walking tours on Hadrian’s Wall, led by locals who make history feel human, welcoming and brilliantly memorable.
Historic sites
Chillingham Castle
Chillingham
A medieval castle with stunning views of formal gardens and the Cheviot Hills. Perfect for architectural and naturalist/historical enthusiasts.
Great Outdoors
Plessey Woods Country Park
Bedlington
Country Park with open meadows, pleasant woodland and river walks. Visitor centre, cafe and children's play area.
Great Outdoors
Ridley Park
Blyth
Eastwoods park lies on the eastern edge of Prudhoe, or West Wylam, and was originally known as the West Wylam Welfare. The park has two play areas, football pitches, a cricket strip and pavilions.
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.
Historic sites
St Cuthberts Cross
Alnmouth
Said to be the location where St Cuthbert agreed to become Bishop of Lindisfarne when petitioned by the king.
Distillery Tour
Northumberland Spirit Company Ltd
Alnwick
Hand crafted Gins with the Unique and Unforgettable Taste of Northumberland