Historic sites

Cragside

Rothbury
Illuminated with hydro-electricity and powered by hydraulics, discover Britain's original smart home.
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Tours of Northumberland

Drummond Scottish Tours

Northumberland
Drummond Scottish Tours offer unique, private, bespoke and comfortable tours of Northumberland and Scotland, creating experiences to remember.
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.
Tourist Information Point

Haydon Bridge Tourist Information Point

Hexham
Community and Visitor Information Point providing information about attractions and tourist accommodation in Northumberland. Information on the history and attractions of the Haydon Bridge area including the John Martin Trail. Internet access/wi-fi.
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.
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Tourist Information Centre

Alnwick Library & Visitor Information Centre

Alnwick
Alnwick Library and Information Centre is well worth visiting to ensure you make the most of your stay in Northumberland.
Museums

Berwick Town Hall & Cell Block Museum

Berwick-upon-Tweed
A Town Hall has stood on this site since at least the 16th century. Begun in 1750, this building stands majestically at the south end of Marygate.
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Tourist Information Centre

Wooler Tourist Information Centre

Wooler
Wooler Tourist Information Centre serves North Northumberland and the Cheviot Hills. A wonderful area for walking and touring.
Science and Technology

Battlesteads Dark Sky Observatory

Hexham
An accessible, public astronomical observatory offering talks, activities, drop in sessions, stargazing and Astro courses to suit anyone from the absolute beginner to the professional.
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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.