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Historic sites
Berwick Elizabethan Town Walls
Berwick-upon-Tweed
Berwick's town walls are its most famous piece of architecture and still stand strong today, hundreds of years after they were built by Queen Elizabeth to keep out the invading Scots.
Great Outdoors
Plessey Woods Country Park
Bedlington
Country Park with open meadows, pleasant woodland and river walks. Visitor centre, cafe and children's play area.
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.
Tourist Information Centre
Haltwhistle Tourist Information Centre
Haltwhistle
Located in the heart of Hadrian's Wall Country, providing information on local heritage sites and the rest of Northumberland.
Markets
Hexham Farmers' Market
Hexham
Hexham Farmers Market is a well-established event held in the centre of the historic Northumberland town of Hexham. Traders travel from across the region, all within a 50-mile radius, bringing with them a genuine passion for high-quality local produce.
Markets
Haltwhistle Market Day
Haltwhistle
Haltwhistle no longer holds a weekly market, however they do have the occasional street trader.
If you are interested in street trading, please contact Neil Brown, Markets Manager, Northumberland:
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 07909 688174
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.
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.
Tourist Information Centre
Morpeth Tourist Information Centre
Morpeth
Morpeth Tourist Information Centre is housed in medieval splendour in the 13th Century Morpeth Chantry, famous Northumbrian Bagpipe Museum, and highly regarded Northumbrian Art and Crafts Centre. Music and Arts events are held throughout the year.
Nature and Wildlife
Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre
Amble
Award winning Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre is one of the best wildlife watching spots in the North East.