Let the waves hit your feet and the sand be your seat with a trip to the Northumberland coast.

Take a look at our round up of some of the best short walks in Northumberland. Including where to park, where to stop for a bite to eat and where to stay at the end of the day, we've got it all covered so you can easily plan your walking route.

With its vast and varied landscapes, Northumberland is the perfect place to get active. From coastal walks to hikes in Northumberland to hilltop cycling routes through Northumberland, there are plenty of outdoor activities to keep you busy — but Northumberland is also home to a host of indoor sports and pursuits across towns such as Alnwick, Hexham and Morpeth.

Northumberland is home to some of the most beautiful and peaceful coastlines in the country. With 35 beaches to choose from, this scenic county is an excellent choice for a weekend getaway, extended school half term holiday break, or a memorable day trip.

There's no need to leave your dog at home when dining out in Northumberland, so we have rounded up 10 of the best dog friendly pubs and cafes in Northumberland.

Here are some of the best pubs in Northumberland with fireplaces to cosy up to after a long, wind-swept walk. Hide away from the cold, wrap your hands around a hot cup of tea and fill your belly with some hearty pub grub by the glow of an open fire.

From broomsticks to bookshops, tree houses to cherry blossoms, and jousts to dragons, you can't miss the magic of the cobbled market town of Alnwick when you visit Northumberland.

Explore the North Northumberland coast, from the fishing village of Craster to Berwick-upon-Tweed, England’s northernmost town. Discover Bamburgh Castle, the Holy Island of Lindisfarne and the puffins of the Farne Islands, with our pick of the best places to stay, eat and explore along the way.

The English countryside is having a moment. Every scroll through TikTok and Instagram turns up another dreamy clip of stone-built villages, foxgloves in cottage gardens and someone in a Barbour walking a spaniel through golden fields. The aesthetic is everywhere, but most of it is filmed in the same handful of crowded Cotswolds villages. The real, lived-in, peaceful English countryside is somewhere else entirely. It's in Northumberland, where rolling Cheviot Hills meet ancient woodland, stone-built villages sit untouched in hidden valleys, and the night sky is darker than anywhere else in England.