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Let us inspire you to squeeze every last drop of enjoyment out of Northumberland when you visit. Scroll through our blogs, latest news, and stunning images, and see where it takes you.

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23 July 2021

Hand Luggage Only's top 5

Yaya and Lloyd, creators of Hand Luggage Only, have pulled together their top five Northumberland sites, activities and recommendations so you can mak...

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07 July 2021

Five family walks

Take a look at our pick of five of the best short walking routes in Northumberland that are perfect for families. Mostly circular, all beautiful, and ...

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Northumberland

Cruise along the coast, roll beside rivers, and pedal to peaceful beauty spots in Northumberland. Experience everything from flat, family-friendly paths to intense mountain bike tracks, and venture into the county’s nooks and crannies that cars can’t reach.

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Golf

Northumberland’s range of golf courses sit in our most stunning and dramatic landscapes. Swing your club along the coast, where sea views and castles are your backdrop. Or go golfing in the countryside and immerse yourself in nature while you play.

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Family events

Whether you have tiny toddlers, temperamental teenagers, or Gran and Grandad in tow, there’s an event for every family member in Northumberland. From alpaca walks to Easter egg hunts, and pony rides to puffin festivals, just take your pick.

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Summer

Dust off your shorts and put your sunnies on; summer is here and there’s no better place to get your vitamin sea than in Northumberland. Get ready for sunny strolls, fantastic events and summer evenings in front of the sunset.

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Travel tips

With stunning scenery around every turn, travelling in Northumberland is an experience in itself. Here’s everything you need to know.

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Discover every corner of Northumberland, where outstanding coastline and countryside are always close by, wherever you find yourself. Hit the road or the cycling route, step into your hiking boots or your wetsuit, and get lost in our endless landscapes.

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Competitions

Keep an eye on this page for our fantastic competitions, which we regularly have on offer for you to enter for free. You could win a short break or a holiday - new competitions are added often so please keep checking the page.

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21 for 2021

It’s been a long, long year, but hope is finally on the horizon. Places are opening up, things are certainly looking up, and after a year of staring at the same four walls, it’s about time you went on an adventure.

Love it like it's yours

We’re encouraging people to make the most of Northumberland and ‘love it like it’s yours’. And there's no one better placed than Northumbrians to offer advice, tips and experience on how to respect, protect and enjoy our region.

Film and TV

Magical castles, barely-trodden beaches and staggering landscapes; no wonder Northumberland has a starring role in world-famous films and TV series. From broomstick lessons to murder mysteries, it has been the backdrop for all kinds of storylines.

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Northumberland inspiration

Latest from Northumberland

Hand Luggage Only's top 5