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.
Historic sites

Cherryburn: Thomas Bewick Birthplace Museum

Mickley
Birthplace and childhood home of Thomas Bewick, master wood-engraver, artist and natural history author.
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Garden

Carlisle Park and William Turner Garden

Morpeth
The William Turner Garden, formal gardens and historic architectural remains. Riverside and woodland walks, aviary, tennis courts, bowling greens, paddling pool and boating.
Historic sites Prudhoe

Prudhoe Castle

The Outer Ward Walk of Prudhoe Castle is open daily for visitors to explore. Have a picnic and take in the surroundings. The interior of the castle is currently closed.
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Restaurants Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Dobson & Parnell

Elevated British dining on Newcastle Quayside
Pubs, Bars & Inns Slaley

The Rose & Crown, Slaley

Pub in Slaley.
Great Outdoors Belford

St Cuthbert's Cave National Trust Car Park

Start/Finish point for the St Cuthbert's Cave Walk.
Retailer Alnwick

The Cheese Room at Alnwick Deli

A deli and cheese shop focussing on wonderful cheese and deli produce from Northumberland and the North East.
Entertainment Berwick-upon-Tweed

The Maltings

An annual programme of live performances, cinema, exhibitions, creative learning and engagement activities, workshops and community events.
Learning and discovery Allendale Town

Arts Lab at the Rural Peace Hub

Home of Arts Lab - visual art and nature-based workshops and events transforming burnout, conflict, inequality, and climate action.