Northumberland Information & Visitor Guide
The unique county of Northumberland is one of the most remote and romantic of English counties. A colourful history is brought to life in fabulous castles like Alnwick and Bamburgh. Discover Hadrian's Wall, a monumental barrier built by the Roman's to keep the Scots at bay and explore a breathtaking coastline of vast empty beaches and fabulous cliffs.
Northumberland Highlights
- Northumberland Coastline - 100 mile coastal area of outstanding beauty
- Alnwick Castle - the centre of many historical events and a popular film location
- Hadrian's Wall - find out more about this astonishing barrier built by Hadrian to keep the Scots out!
- Bamburgh Castle - one of the finest castle in England, perched on a basalt outcrop on the very edge of the North Sea
- Berwick Castle & Ramparts - the remains of a medieval castle crucial to Anglo-Scottish warfare
- Lindisfarne Priory and Museum - a shrine and place pf pilgrimage, the Priory is one of the finest Anglo-Saxon holy grounds in England
Plan your visit to Northumberland
- Northumberland Hotels - hotels, B&B's, guesthouses, inns, cottages and more...
- Northumberland Attractions - browse a comprehensive list of attractions and sightseeing
- Northumberland Short Breaks - for short break ideas and offers
Hotels in other popular destinations
Alnwick Hotels - Bamburgh Hotels - Berwick-upon-Tweed Hotels
Haltwhistle Hotels - Hexham Hotels - Morpeth Hotels - Otterburn Hotels
Rothbury Hotels - Wooler Hotels
