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Attractions in Northumberland

Unforgettable experiences
You'll never be short of stunning sights and memorable days out in Northumberland. Seek out hidden historical sites, cruise from castle to castle along the coast, discover peaceful gardens, and be inspired by old estates and country houses.
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Historic sites

Vindolanda (Chesterholm) Hadrian's Wall

Bardon Mill
Visit Roman Vindolanda today and you will find one of the North East’s most famous and not to be missed tourist attractions lying in the beautiful landscape of Hadrian's Wall Country.
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Family Attraction

Northumberland College Zoo

Ponteland
Visit Northumberland College Zoo, we have over 150 species of animals including meerkats, coatis, wallaby and many more.
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Museums

Lady Waterford Hall

Ford and Etal Estate
Step back in time at Ford & Etal Estates with a visit to Lady Waterford Hall and learn of a woman ahead of her time.
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Sightseeing and Leisure

The Sill

Hexham
Nestled in the Hadrian’s Wall UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre was designed with accessibility at its heart.
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Family Attraction

Lilidorei at The Alnwick Garden

Alnwick
Lilidorei is a magical, mysterious village full of play and home to 9 clans who worship Christmas.
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Adventure activities

The Sidecar Guys

Kielder
1st people to ever ride RTW on a scooter and sidecar. Founders of The Armchair Adventure Festival and Sidecar Experience. Explore the North East with us.
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Historic sites

Heatherslaw Corn Mill

Ford and Etal Estate
Restored working 19thC cornmill, producing stoneground wholemeal flour and stocking a range of cereals. Exhibitions and demonstrations daily, produce available in gift shop and tearoom.
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Great Outdoors

Kielder Water & Forest Park

Kielder
Kielder Water & Forest Park brings you nature on a grand scale – stunning views, many activities or just chill. You're welcome.
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Great Outdoors

Kielder Water and Forest Park

Kielder
Explore one of the country’s largest mountain bike trail networks, enjoy a peaceful woodland walk or discover the amazing nature that calls the forest home.
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Family Attraction

Heatherslaw Light Railway

Ford and Etal Estate
Travel on our 15 inch gauge railway at Ford & Etal Estates between Heatherslaw and Etal Castle on a return journey.

Step into our past

Ancient artefacts, ruinous castle remains, and 19th-century mansions are waiting to be explored and to reveal Northumberland’s astounding history.

From little legs to four legs

Whether you've got the kids in tow or you're travelling with the dog, there are endless attractions for every kind of group in Northumberland.

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