Northumberland Attractions, Restaurants, Shops
Use our Northumberland attractions listings to help you make the most of your visit to Northumberland, or browse by location using the
map of attractions in Northumberland.
Swansfield Park, Alnwick, Northumberland NE66 1NQ
Tel +44 (0)1665 510777
Known as the "Windsor of the North" and the second largest inhabited castle in England. Alnwick Castle has been at the centre of many historical events and also the filming location for the Harry Potter films. Winner of the Best Large Visitor Attraction of the year 2007.
, Northumberland NE66 2AB
Tel +44 (0)1665 602632
A friendly welcome and a superb layout awaits at Alwick Golf Club. Set in mature parkland, open grassland and gorse with panoramic views out to the sea which is five miles away. Gents par 70 and ladies par 73 course.
Willowburn Trading Estate, , Northumberland NE66 1LX
Tel +44 (0)1665 605847
Bailiffgate Museum presents the history of Alnwick and District, a diverse range of art and history-based exhibitions are staged in the Museum's Gallery and a variety of workshops and activities are held year round.
Ravensdowne Barracks, , Northumberland NE69 7DF
Tel +44 (0)1668 214515
Bamburgh Castle is one of the finest castle in England, perched on a basalt outcrop on the very edge of the North Sea. It commands stunning views of the Farne Islands and Holy Island.
Ford, Church Lane, , Northumberland NE22 5RT
Tel +44 (0)1670 843444
A delightful country park on the north side of the River Blyth with a picnic area and children's play area, as well as pleasant horse and nature trails. The park covers 57 hectares of woodland and grassland.
Woodburn Road, Bellingham, Northumberland NE48 2DF
Tel +44 (0)1434 220050
The Heritage Centre preserves and displays the heritage of the North Tyne and Redewater area of Northumberland, England. Relics and photographs cover all aspects of local history and tradition in the area.
Bellingham, , Northumberland TD15 1HP
The remains of a medieval castle crucial to Anglo-Scottish warfare, superseded by the most complete and breathtakingly impressive bastioned town defenses in England, mainly Elizabethan but updated in the 17th and 18th centuries.
, Northumberland TD15 1DF
Tel +44 (0)1289 304493
The Barracks & Elizabethan Fortifications, The Clock Block, Gymnasium Gallery, By Beat of Drum & Kings Own Scottish Borders Regimental Museum are all great museums in 1 location. Berwick Barracks were completed in 1721.
, Northumberland TD15 1DQ
Tel +44 (0)1289 301869
One of 3 museums and exhibitions in Berwick Barracks. The museum was given collections of fine and decorative art by Sir William Burrell in the 1940s. There is also an extensive collection of local material.
Ford Forge, Netherwitton, Northumberland NE65 8PR
Tel +44 (0)1670 772262
The amazing Gardens, built out of a former quarry over the last 25 years, are seen by thousands of visitors a year. From ferns, shrubs, perennials and grasses to The National Collection of Centaurea and you will find plenty to inspire you.
Felton, Northumberland NE65 9DQ
Tel +44 (0)1670 783451
Birdwatch Northumbria introduces the birdlife of Northumberland and the North East. Tours with friendly guides who share their knowledge of local birds with infectious enthusiasm.
Millers Yard, , Northumberland NE48 2JY
Tel +44 (0)870 3331181
A fortified farmhouse with thick stone walls, of a type distinctive to the troubled 16th-century Anglo-Scottish borders. The living quarters were only accessible at first-floor level.
Chesterholm Museum, , Northumberland NE61 2YU
Tel +44 (0)1670 500789
Ancient wild woodland nature reserve with a round walk of about 1.5 miles, including footways along the steep slopes of the River Wansbeck valley. Abundant wildlife and special flora.
Hadrian's Wall, Low Brunton, Northumberland NE46 4EX
Tel +44 (0)870 3331181
One of the best preserved turrets on the line of the Wall. The remains show clearly the method of building used for these small fortifications. Its rear wall of 11 courses stands some 2.4m high.
The Rectory, , Northumberland NE61 1YD
Tel +44 (0)1670 500777
There is a wealth of activities and attractions, from the formal gardens and aviary you'll find the William Turner Garden, a modern tribute to this son of Morpeth known as 'The Father of English Botany' and an 11thC Motte and 12thC castle.
Station Yard, Chollerford, , Northumberland NE46 4EN
Tel +44 (0)870 3331181
A fascinating temple near Carrawburgh fort to the god beloved by Roman soldiers. It was the largest of such buildings to occupy the site and, like many Mithraic temples, it was situated near a military base.
Stanton, Horncliffe, , Northumberland TD15 2XT
Tel +44 (0)1289 386362
Established 30 years ago, there are over 1000 colonies of bees belonging to the Honey Farm. Visit the visitor centre & observe the hives with safety screen & watch the life of the honeybee.
Bardon Mill, Chollerford, Humshaugh, Northumberland NE46 4EU
Tel +44 (0)1434 681379
The best preserved example of a Roman cavalry fort in Britain, Chesters Roman Fort was built to guard the bridge which carried Hadrian's Wall and the military road over the North River Tyne. The on-site museum, displays a collection of Roman finds.
Kielder Castle, Humshaugh, Northumberland NE46 4BQ
Tel +44 (0)1434 681483
A peaceful haven set in the wild landscape of Hadrian's Wall. The garden has a natural feel with wildflowers used alongside rare plants, restrained by box and yew hedges.
Front Street, Chillingham, Northumberland NE66 5NJ
Tel +44 (0)1668 215359
At first a 12th century stronghold, Chillingham became a fully fortified Castle in the 14th century. View the torture chambers and dungeon, do a little ghost hunting, walk through the formal gardens or enjoy a woodland walk.
