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Tour Guides
Lundgren Tours
Alnwick
Award-winning, fun and informative guided coach and walking tour experiences in Northumberland including Harry Potter, Viking and Game of Thrones tours
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.
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.
Nature and Wildlife
Coquet Island
Amble
Discover a sea-bird Paradise - Take a trip to the RSPB Coquet Island Nature Reserve St Cuthbert came to Coquet Island more than 1300 years ago; but today there are a few more visitors on this amazing island.
Sightseeing and Leisure
Billy Shiel Farne Islands Boat Trips
Seahouses
Sailings daily from Seahouses with a choice of half & full day landing trips, Grey Seal Cruise and sailings to Lindisfarne.
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.
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.
Historic sites
Cherryburn: Thomas Bewick Birthplace Museum
Mickley
Birthplace and childhood home of Thomas Bewick, master wood-engraver, artist and natural history author.
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.
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.