Spectacular sights include the 21m drop of High Force waterfall to the perfect crescent of Beadnell beach; from the conical summit of Roseberry Topping to the romantic island of Lindisfarne: ‘Cradle of Celtic Christianity’. And right across this unspoilt scenery lie iconic attractions and historic landmarks; stark castles such as Bamburgh and Dunstanburgh, the mighty sweep of Hadrian’s Wall and gentle villages such as postcard-perfect Blanchland and the twin estates Ford and Etal.

No need to leave it behind at the end of the day. Dine and sleep in country house comfort at a luxury hotel and wake to the countryside on your doorstep.

The mystical Island of Lindisfarne…

Accessed by a tidal causeway, twice a day the North Sea sweeps in and cuts the island off from the mainland. A tranquil and beautiful haven that sits on the edge of Northumberland’s fantastic heritage coast, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty the island is still inhabited today; just over 150 people live there and visitors can mix with the residents in this unique and thriving community. 

Lindisfarne was the birthplace of the celebrated Lindisfarne Gospels, one of the world’s greatest artistic and religious treasures. This exceptionally beautiful book represents the pinnacle of achievement of Anglo-Saxon Northumbrian art. The ‘Turning the Pages’ electronic exhibition in the Lindisfarne Heritage Centre allows visitors to interact with this masterpiece in the place where it was created.