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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.
Great Outdoors
Eastwoods Park
Prudhoe
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.
Historic sites
Cherryburn: Thomas Bewick Birthplace Museum
Mickley
Birthplace and childhood home of Thomas Bewick, master wood-engraver, artist and natural history author.
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.
Tours and tour guides
Pure Northumberland
Northumberland
Explore Northumberland at your own pace with a knowledgeable local guide, a comfortable hybrid vehicle, and the freedom to discover hidden gems.
Tourist Information Centre
Morpeth Tourist Information Centre
Morpeth
Morpeth Tourist Information Centre is housed in medieval splendour in the 13th Century Morpeth Chantry, famous Northumbrian Bagpipe Museum, and highly regarded Northumbrian Art and Crafts Centre. Music and Arts events are held throughout the year.
Historic sites
Union Chain Bridge
Berwick-upon-Tweed
The Union Chain Bridge spans the River Tweed between Horncliffe, Northumberland, England and Fishwick, Borders, Scotland.
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.
Distillery Tour
Northumberland Spirit Company Ltd
Alnwick
Hand crafted Gins with the Unique and Unforgettable Taste of Northumberland
Nature and Wildlife
Farne Islands
Farne Islands
The Farne Islands are possibly the most exciting seabird colony in England with unrivalled views of 23 species, including around 37,000 pairs of puffin.