Northumberland: Things to see and do

Lying in the heart of Northumberland Alnwick provides the perfect base for exploring Northumberland’s great heritage, Castles, stunning coastline and sweeping countryside.

The market town of Alnwick is interlinked with the impressive Castle, known as the Windsor of the north and The Alnwick Garden – providing two great days out; in addition the town also has a theatre, which also hosts regular art exhibitions, a museum and a full range of shops, leisure centre, golf course, restaurants and cafes providing the visitor with everything for a great stay in Northumberland.

The Northumberland Coast

Just a short drive from Alnwick is the beautiful Northumberland Coast, designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the coastline is a mix of sweeping golden sands punctuated with rocky outcrops.

The coastal villages of Alnmouth, Warkworth (Warkworth Castle) and Craster (also famous for it’s kippers and smokehouse), are typical of the area, and also offer a warm welcome at their many inns and restaurants.

To the west of Alnwick are the Northumberland National Park, Simonside and the Cheviot Hills. The beautiful countryside offers the keen walker a range of options and routes to follow including the St Oswald’s Way and St Cuthbert’s Way.

You can find us, and further information on Visit Alnwick – the holiday visitor guide to Alnwick, Northumberland – includes accommodation, attractions, activities, publications and local services for this unspoilt historic region.