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Tourist Information Centre
Hexham Tourist Information Centre
Hexham
The best place to find information on Hadrian's Wall, attractions, events, eating out, accommodation, walks, and much more.
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.
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
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.
Museums
RNLI Grace Darling Museum
Bamburgh
A museum dedicated to Grace Darling, the fearless young woman who became a reluctant celebrity in 1838..
Historic sites
Cherryburn: Thomas Bewick Birthplace Museum
Mickley
Birthplace and childhood home of Thomas Bewick, master wood-engraver, artist and natural history author.
Garden
Alnwick
Hulne Park
Parkland, Gothic tower, lovely views and good walking. No dogs, cycles or vehicles are allowed in the park.
Delicatessen & Farm Shop
Ford and Etal Estate
Etal Post Office, Shop & Tearoom
A traditional tearoom, shop and Post Office in one of the prettiest villages in Northumberland. In good weather, relax in the secluded gardens at the front.
Nature and Wildlife
Morpeth
Borough Woods Local Nature Reserve
Woodland nature reserve with round walk.
Museums
Hexham
Hexham Old Gaol
Step into Northumberland's past with a visit to Hexham Old Gaol, England's oldest Gaol.