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Attraction
The Sill
Hexham
Nestled in the Hadrian’s Wall UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre was designed with accessibility at its heart.
Wedding Venues
Weddings at Chesters Stables
Humshaugh
With exclusive use available, Chesters Stables offers luxury group accommodation in the heart of Northumberland.
Restaurants
Bēodern at Ad Gefrin
Wooler
Beodern celebrates and embodies Ad Gefrin’s heritage and hospitality with seasonal menus showcasing the best of Northumbrian produce.
Science and Technology
Kielder Observatory
Kielder
Kielder Observatory is an astronomical attraction at Kielder Water & Forest Park run by the Kielder Observatory Astronomical Society. Please visit www.kielderobservatory.org for all event bookings.
Arts and Culture
Alnwick Playhouse
Alnwick
A vibrant arts centre and cinema, welcoming all ages and audiences to enjoy Theatre, Cinema, Comedy, Music, Dance and more.
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.
Adventure activities
Swim & Snorkel the Farne Islands
Seahouses
Swim and snorkel at the Farne Islands, Northumberland’s spectacular marine nature reserve, on a guided wildlife adventure from Seahouses.
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.
Great Outdoors
Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Country Park, Local Nature Reserve
Ashington
Sitting unexpectedly in Northumberland’s industrial town of Ashington, Queen Elizabeth II Country Park offers a stunning area
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.