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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.
Markets
Berwick Market Day
Berwick-upon-Tweed
Berwick welcomes you to its bustling market, right in the heart of the Northumberland border town. Take home everything from freshly baked local produce to handmade crafts and goodies.When is it?Wednesday: 9am-4pm Saturday: 9am-4pmThe market take place on Marygate in Berwick town centre. The market takes place in all but the worst weather conditions, with the number and variety of stalls also somewhat dependant on the weather. The market usually opens approx 9am and closes no earlier than 4pm.For stall enquiries please visit here.
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
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.
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.
Group Accommodation
Matfen Hall for Groups
Matfen
From banquets to bacon sandwiches, weddings to wild nights in the Vault Bar, you’ll find something exceptional and entertaining here at Matfen.
Take a break from the ordinary and get lost amongst the historic halls and grounds, with secrets waiting for you around every corner.
Great Outdoors
Rothbury
Simonside
Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the top of mystical Simonside, one of the best in the North East England.
Adventure Sports
Prudhoe
Tyne Riverside Country Park
Country park on the banks of the River Tyne with park centre, riverside walks, picnic facilities and toilets.
Historic sites
Berwick-upon-Tweed
Berwick-upon-Tweed Castle & Ramparts
The remains of a medieval castle, superseded by the most complete and impressive bastioned town defences in England.
Historic sites
Gilsland
Willowford Bridge Abutment
A fine 914 metre stretch of wall, including 2 turrets, ending at a bridge abutment, much altered in Roman times owing to changes in the course of the river and rebuilding of the bridge.