Things to Do in Northumberland

Northumberland's attractions span coast, castle country and the Border forests, so a day out here might mean walking a stretch of Hadrian's Wall and Fort near Hexham, watching birds of prey at Kielder Water, or heading to the sand at Bamburgh Beach, Newton Haven Beach or Embleton Bay. The county rewards a slower pace, with plenty of ground between the sites.

Around Alnwick and Morpeth, days out lean towards history and gardens, while Seahouses is the natural base for boat trips out to the Farne Islands. Further inland, Kielder and Falstone offer a different kind of outing entirely, from cycling at The Bike Place to wildlife watching in the forest, and Chillingham Wild Cattle Park makes for an unusual detour. Families in Ashington will find closer options too, such as Little Learners Playspace, alongside falconry days and other activities scattered across the county.