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Markets
Alnwick Farmers Market
Alnwick
On Market days you can buy local produce, find a bargain and enjoy the genial atmosphere in the Market Place.
Markets
Amble Market Day
Amble
Take a trip down to Amble Market, where you’ll be greeted by a host of friendly, knowledgeable traders selling a wide range of locally sourced fresh produce, handmade goods, and unique gift ideas.
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.
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.
Learning and discovery
Mann and Moon Studios - Leather Craft Experience
Whittingham
Create something beautiful, learn a new skill and enjoy a relaxed half day course leather crafting.
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.
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.
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.
Nature and Wildlife
Bolam Lake Country Park
Bolam
Bolam Lake Country Park is situated in the heart of the beautiful Northumberland countryside surrounded by historic landscapes and dramatic views.