Northumberland is situated in the Northeast of England, it is bordered by Scotland to the North, the North Sea to the east, Tyne and Wear and County Durham to the South and Cumbria to the west.

There is so much to see and do in the area from endless sandy beaches to historic castles and everything in between. Northumberland is a perfect holiday destination for young kids, teens, adults and even fido!

Familiarise yourself with some of our favourite local destinations before your trip. In order to avoid disappointment, remember that some establishments may require reservations to be booked in advance, particularly during busy periods such as Christmas, Easter and school holidays.

Things to see and do in and around Northumberland

Town of Morpeth

Just 10 minute's drive from Felmoor Country Park, the historic town of Morpeth has stores such as NEXT, M&S, Aldi, Morrisons and more...

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Chillingham Castle

Visit England's most Haunted Castle and the only herd of wild cattle in the world, sole survivors of herds that once roamed the forests of Britain.

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Druridge Bay

Druridge Bay Country Park is a large park with a lake, woodland, visitor center, beach and sand dunes.

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Farne Islands

Take a boat from the town of Seahouses to the Farne Islands. Here you will see an array of birds and Sealife including puffins (between April and July) and seals.

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Just minutes away from Felmoor Country Park is one of our guest favorites!! Northumberland Country Zoo is a fun day out for all of the family. For more information, please visit their website at Northumberland Zoo

Hadrian's Wall

73 miles from coast to coast, Hadrian's wall was built by the Roman Emperor Hadrian to protect the Empire from its 'wild' northern neighbors.

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Dobbies Garden Center

Unique gifts, restaurant, cafe, and seasonal crazy golf! Located just 9 miles from Lone Star Lodge.

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Town of Alnmouth

Located in an area of outstanding natural beauty and home to the 4th oldest golf course in England.

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Warkworth Castle

With almost 900 years of history and home to the powerful Percy family, this castle is not to be missed! Check out their calendar of events by clicking on the link below.

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Visit historic Alnwick Castle, the second largest inhabited castle in the UK with over 950 years of history! Used as a filming location for two Harry Potter films, Robin Hood Prince of Thieves and Downton Abbey, the castle is no stranger to film crews. Alnwick Castle does close during the winter months and opens in at the end of March. Check their website for tickets and opening hours. Alnwick Castle

Lilidorei is located in Alnwick Garden and is home to the largest play structure in the UK. Visitors are transported to a magical universe through the unique use of immersive sound, zip wires, slides and climbing walls. A combined ticket for admittance to the Alnwick Garden and Lilidorei is available, and you will be given a timed entry slot to Lilidorei. Homepage - Lilidorei at the Alnwick Garden (lilidoreialnwick.co.uk)

One of our favorite places to visit in Northumberland is Cragside house and garden. Cragside is close to the village of Rothbury and is a great day out for the whole family, including the dog! Bring your walking shoes and a picnic and enjoy being back in nature, with over 40 miles of footpaths and set in 1000 acres of lush woodland. Dogs are welcome throughout the estate, including the gift shop and tearooms, but not the house.

Cragside | Northumberland | National Trust

Woodhorn Colliery and Museum - Located in what was once the largest pit village in the world, the former colliery is now home to a popular visitor attraction, welcoming thousands of people each year. Our History - Museums Northumberland

Dog Friendly

A holiday is sometimes just not the same unless we can take along our furry family members. Northumberland is very welcoming to dogs, but its best to be prepared and see where dogs are allowed before you take them. Click on the link below to see which beaches are dog friendly. Top 12 Northumberland Best Beaches | UK Beach Guide (thebeachguide.co.uk)

Check out some of the other local dog friendly attractions below.

Crazy Horse Saloon

Felmoor country Park is home to the Crazy Horse Saloon, our dog friendly on-site bar and restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Holy Island of Lindisfarne

Lindisfarne is a tidal island reachable via a paved causeway, please check local tide tables before visiting.

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Belsay Hall

Comprising of a play area, family home, gardens and castle, Belsay is a fun family day out. Dogs are allowed in the gardens but must be kept on a leash

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