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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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Sightseeing and Leisure
Serenity Farne Islands Boat Tours
Seahouses
Sailing to the Farne Islands throughout the year from Grey Seals Cruises and Landings trips to our special Sunset Cruises.
Great Outdoors
Hexham
Warksburn
Warksburn is located near Stonehaugh and comprises a delightful picnic site and forest walk. Fantastic for dark skies!
Great Outdoors
Ingram
Northumberland National Park - Ingram Valley
Designated a Dark Sky Discovery Site. There’s a café and archaeology exhibition and wonderful walks along the Breamish Valley.
Entertainment
Berwick-upon-Tweed
The Maltings
An annual programme of live performances, cinema, exhibitions, creative learning and engagement activities, workshops and community events.
Nature and Wildlife
Hexham
Allen Banks and Staward Gorge
The largest area of ancient semi-natural woodland in Northumberland, this 250-hectare site provides the perfect setting for an adventure.