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

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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Walking

Coast to Coast on the Ravenber Way

Berwick-upon-Tweed
The Ravenber Way is a challenging coast to coast walk across Northern England that begins at Ravenglass in the Lake District and ends at England's northernmost town, Berwick-upon-Tweed.
Garden Centre

Errington Reay & Co Ltd

Bardon Mill
Visit the last remaining commercial salt-glazed pottery in Britain. Become immersed in our passion for pots and the heritage of Errington Reay.
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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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.
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.
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Nature and Wildlife

Bolam Lake Country Park

Bolam
Bolam Lake Country Park is situated in the heart of the beautiful Northumberland countryside surrounded by historic landscapes and dramatic views.
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.
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.