Northumberland Holiday Destinations and Visitor Information
There are many towns, cities, and Tourist Destinations to visit in Northumberland and Scottish borders to visit. We have added some of the best ones below to give you and idea of where to visit on your next Northumberland Holiday.
Berwick Upon Tweed, lying mid-way between Edinburgh and
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, is the most northerly town in England situated on the
English-Scottish Border and is the only town in Britain to be completely
surrounded by Elizabethan walls, the finest preserved medieval walls in
Europe. Also in the town is Berwick Barracks, the first purpose built barracks
in the UK, now home to three museums. Berwick-upon-Tweed is a fascinating town and a beautiful one making it a must for a visit.
Holy
Island, Lindisfarne / Holy Island is an important part of Christianity
in the British History. The Lindisfarne Monastery was founded in around
the year 635 AD. Today you can reach the island by a small causeway that
is covered by the tides twice a day so it is recommended you check the tide
tables before starting your journey. There are plenty of places to visit
on the island including the Monastery ruins, there is also Lindisfarne Castle.
The rugged beauty of this island is a must see for any Northumberland Holiday
The Farne Islands, is a Paradise for seabirds, and seals, both common and grey. They are reached by boat from the village of Seahouses on the Northumberland coast. The islands are owned by the National Trust and National Trust members land free of charge on the Island and for non-members there is a charge payable to the Wardens on landing. The trip there by boat may be charged aswell.
Kelso, just has to be one of the most picturesque country towns in Scotland. The delightful cobbled market square is surrounded by local, high quality, individual shops and a great variety of places to eat. oscars-kelso.com is one restaurant. There is also the ancient remains of Kelso Abbey standing near the Rennie Bridge.
Bamburgh,
is packed with quaint shops, cafes and the commemorative Grace Darling Museum,
commemorating Northumberland's gritty lifeboat heroine who rests in Bamburgh
churchyard. The spectacular beach makes a perfect setting for walking, cycling
and horse riding. The golden sands extend at low tide all the way to Seahouses
and Budle Bay - a haven for birdwatchers with many species of wading birds
to be seen.
Alnwick, is the historic county town of Northumberland.
Cobbled streets, narrow alleys and fine buildings combine to make Alnwick
one of the most picturesque market towns, it is situated in the very heart
of Northumberland. This medieval market town is dominated by Alnwick Castle,
family home to the Duke of Northumberland. Rising magnificently from the
banks of the River Aln, it is considered to be one of the finest castles
in England, it is known as 'the Windsor of the North'.
Northumberland National Park is the northernmost national
park in England, and is considered by many to be England's finest national
park, The Park is a landscape of serene rolling purple moorlands and undulating
golden grassland. The park is also an important site of ancient woodlands,
home to deer and red squirrel. There is excellent walking in the Otterburn Range north of the River Coquet. Also The Pennine Way long distance trail runs through the park from south to north
Kielder Water & Forest Park, is an area of stunning beauty and serenity, home to Northern Europe's largest man-made lake, England's largest forest. The sun-dappled glades and gently lapping waters burst with things to do for families and lovers of the great outdoors.
Edinburgh, is the breathtakingly beautiful capital of Scotland. Edinburgh offers you superb sightseeing, historic buildings to explore, The Old Town provides a huge variety of shops catering for every taste. from whisky to the occult and from Highland Dress to Playing Cards. It is packed with quiet galleries and museums to intrigue you, thrilling new attractions to discover. There is a vast choice of excellent Restaurants, Bistros, Wine Bars, Pubs and Cafes, and nightlife to suit all tastes.
Newcastle, is a vibrant friendly city, with a heritage spanning the past 2,000 years. Situated in the north east of England, on the banks of the River Tyne and surrounded by the scenic beauty of Northumbria.