Now a bustling market town, Berwick has had a turbulent history and changed hands many times between the warring Scots and English. Many reminders of the towns war-torn past remain including extensive fortified walls and castle ruins.
The Holy Island of Lindisfarne is reached by a narrow causeway at low tide. To see are the remains of a priory built on the foundation where St Aiden founded a monastery in 634. There a numerous gift shops and a museum, as well as a Tudor castle.
The skyline of the pretty seaside village of Bamburgh is dominated by the magnificent Bamburgh Castle, said to be one of the finest castles in England.

The beach below the castle is famous for its beautiful clean, golden sands which stretch for miles in either direction.
The bustling fishing port of Seahouses . Take a short boat trip from here to the Farne Islands - An internationally recognised nature reserve famous for its seabird colonies and Grey Seal population. There is also a Sea-Life centre to visit
The breathtaking sight of the remains of Dunstanburgh Castle, perched majestically on a coastal headland is a memory that will last a lifetime. Owned and managed by English Heritage, the castle is open to visitors.
The village of Warkworth is set on the bank of the River Coquet just before it enters the North Sea. There is a spectacular castle, open to visitors, a magnificent beach and a delightful riverside where you can hire a rowboat - what more could you ask?!
The market town of Alnwick is a delight for history lovers. here stands Alnwick castle, "The Windsor of the North", the ancestral home of the Duke of Northumberland.

Recently the ornamental gardens of the castle have been restored and will be opened to the public.
The busy market town of Morpeth, offering a variety of shops, restaurants and pubs. Set on the northern bank of the River Wansbeck, Morpeth is a very historic town, and boasts a delightfully well kept public park.
Rothbury, your centrally located base from which to explore Northumberland's many attractions. Nestling at the foot of the heather-clad Simonside Hills on the northern bank of the River Coquet - Famed for its superb game fishing.
The delightful village of Keilder is set in spectacular scenery. The village is set on the very western edge of the county and was once a very dangerous place in the days of the Border Reivers. Many folktales and ballads survive to this day about this tiny village.
Hexham is a busy market town with very ancient roots. It is famous for the magnificent Hexham Abbey which was originally built in 674.

The town also boasts fine shopping, art galleries and restaurants.

Once an important Roman settlement, today Corbridge is a delightful, unspoilt village on the northern bank of the River Tyne.

Corbridge also played a part in the industrial history of the region, being a centre of brick and pot manufacture in the 19th century.

The most staggering monument left by the Roman occupation of Britain, Hadrian's Wall. Some 73 miles of fortified stone wall stretching across the very, "Neck" of England complete with forts and garrisons. There are several museums and visitors centres open to the public.
Kielder Water is a vast man-made reservoir in a spectacular forest setting. There is a vast array of outdoor activities on offer including, mountain biking on graded trails, sailing, canoeing, windsurfing and other watersports. As well as gentler forest walks and drives for the less energetic.
An outstanding residence built in 1688 by businessman Sir William Blackett on the site of a Pele Tower. With extensive gardens, Wallington hall is a National Trust property open to visitors.
One of the finest examples of a Gothic priory building in England. Founded around 1135 for Augustinian canons this beautiful building is set on a loop of the River Coquet.

Much in demand as a recording venue, you may be lucky enough to catch one of the organ recitals or music festivals held occasionally.
Cragside House was build by industrialist, Lord Armstrong in , and was the first house in the world to be lit by hydroelectric power.

Now a National trust property, Cragside House and Gardens are open to the public - and are literally, "Just up the road" from The Pele Tower.
The rolling Cheviot Hills, paradise for walkers, nature lovers and anyone seeking peace and tranquility in spectacular surroundings.

Part of the Northumberland national Park, and right on our doorstep!
Newcastle is our nearest major city, with a multitude of shops, restaraunts, galleries, museums, theatres, cinemas and one of the livelyest night scenes in the world, its a place for the lover of bright lights.

However, Newcastle is also steeped in history and the castle which gives the city its name is open to the public.