15 Reasons There's No Way That Northumberland is the Best UK Holiday Destination

Best UK Holiday Destination

Northumberland has been nominated to win the award for Best UK Holiday Destination in the British Travel Awards, and we just cannot understand why! We had to take action, so we have put together 15 reasons why there is absolutely no way that Northumberland is the most astounding, stunning, striking and therefore best county in the UK.

Northumberland has been nominated to win the award for Best UK Holiday Destination in the British Travel Awards, and we just cannot understand why! We had to take action, so we have put together 15 reasons why there is absolutely no way that Northumberland is the most astounding, stunning, striking and therefore best county in the UK…

1) The beautiful, barely-trodden beaches? Meh… nothing to write home about.

Embleton Bay by Howard Boothby on Instagram

2) The sunrises aren’t really worth the early morning.

Bamburgh Beach by Steven Nunes on Instagram

3) And the sunsets are even less worth hanging around for.

Bamburgh Beach by Darren Chapman

4) So what if it has more castles than any other county in the UK?

Lindisfarne Castle by ThirdEyeTraveller

5) There’s absolutely nothing for dogs to do here.

Dunstanburgh Castle from HildaTheCocker on Instagram

6) And there isn’t much for kids to enjoy either.

Ford and Etal by Nikki Carmichael

7) Fresh, locally-sourced sea food? Not in Northumberland…

The Bamburgh Castle Inn by Matt Austin

8) Who likes their cuppa in a rustic, cosy pub with a crackling open fire anyway?

The Lord Crewe Arms, Blanchland by WhatStacyDid on Instagram

9) Quirky accommodation isn’t really Northumberland’s thing.

Hesleyside Huts

10) There’s barely an ounce of history to delve into here.

Hadrian's Wall by Daryl Walker from Monkeys_Climb_Mountains on Instagram (photography @darylswalker)

11) And not much wildlife to see.

The Farne Islands by @madm0nk on Instagram

12) It’s not like the locals are the friendliest bunch in the UK or anything.

Image by Matt Austin

13) Feeling like you have the National Park to yourself isn't everyone's cup of tea.

Northumberland National Park by Daryl Walker from Monkeys_Climb_Mountains on Instagram (photography @darylswalker)

14) And who on earth would want to fly a broomstick at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry?

Alnwick Castle by Jordan Raph on Instagram

15) And finally, the events here certainly won’t take your breath away.

Cinema screening at Bamburgh Castle

If you agree with all of the above, then you absolutely should not, under ANY circumstances, vote for Northumberland in The British Travel Awards.

We mean it… there are only a few weeks left until voting closes and you have until the 30th September to NOT click HERE and vote for this astounding county as the best holiday destination in the UK.

Also of interest

Castles

The only time you want your holiday to end in ruins is when you visit Northumberland. Home to more castles than any other county in England so why not explore magnificent fortresses, stay in a haunted castle with ghostly grounds, or explore a ruined medieval castle in the array of enchanting castles in Northumberland.

Family-friendly activities

Northumberland has something for the whole family as the school holidays approach us. From historical sites and starry skies, to idyllic scenery and gorgeous beaches. Plan your perfect family trip with our recommendations and local knowledge.

Historical sites

With castle remains scattered across our county and along our coastline, staggering Hadrian’s Wall dipping and weaving through our National Park and opulent stately homes sitting in our towns, Northumberland’s historical sites feel almost infinite.

Dog friendly accommodation at The Amble Inn

Pet-friendly

Do you worry about going on holiday and leaving your pet behind? No need in Northumberland. Bring your four-legged friend with you on your adventures to sandy beaches and enchanting woodlands, to dog-friendly accommodation and pubs.

Enjoy a family a lunch in a Northumberland pub

Pubs

Rub shoulders with locals, taste Northumbrian drinks or dine with your dog in one of Northumberland’s dog friendly pubs. From seafront pubs with beachside beer gardens to cosy, countryside inns with roaring log fires, we’ve got pubs a-plenty.

Seafood in Northumberland

Northumberland’s coast makes for fantastic seafood restaurants, which are plentiful throughout our old fishing villages. Lobster hatcheries, fish shacks, fish and chips shops and Michelin-star restaurants offer an eclectic mix of fresh seafood.

Stay

Once you stay in Northumberland, you’ll never want to leave. From homely to high-end, family-friendly to romantic, and dog friendly to downright cosy, come and sleep beneath the stars, warm your toes by an open fire, or curl up in a cosy log cabin.

Wildlife and nature

Adorable puffins, lazing seals, magical dolphins and rare ospreys are just some of the array of wildlife in Northumberland. Go wild goat spotting in the Cheviots, take wildlife boat trips and tiptoe through forests to find deer peeking from the trees.

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