Guest Comment
"Linhope Spout walk was a gentle introduction to the Breamish Valley Hill Fort Trail. Splendid isolation, bracing winds and a sense of exhilaration. We remain entranced by this part of
Northumberland!"
Janet and Derek, Shropshire
Warkworth Castle, Northumberland
Guest Comment
"Tide times were just right for a full day on Holy Island and, as weather fine and cool, we puffed our way up to Windy Gyle on the Border Ridge for the first time in several years. As ever,
the long views, blue skies and lack of people strengthen us before another winter of city life!"
Anthony and Margaret, Cheshire
Hadrian's Wall, Northumberland
Bamburgh Castle, Northumberland
Lindisfarne Castle, Holy Island, Northumberland
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Exploring Northumberland
Northumberland is home to England's most tranquil National Park. In our opinion, it is also one of the most beautiful. With spectacular landscapes, breathtaking views, an amazing coastline
and an abundance of historical places to visit, Northumberland is the ideal place for your self-catering family holiday.
Northumberland is a magical place in all seasons of the year. It;s a land with real air and real sky. Uncrowded and appealing in summer months, many of our guests also return year after
year to enjoy the changing colours of autumn, to embrace the freshness of springtime, or to experience the invigorating pleasures of a winter break.
Breamish Valley Holiday Cottages is situated in the heart of it all. We're surrounded by walking trails, cycle routes, golf courses, ancient castles, glorious gardens, friendly market towns
and a plenitude of wildlife. We've provided a detailed list of Northumberland's attractions in our information
section; however, here's a short list of our favourites to get your started.
- Alnwick Castle
The home of the Percy family of Northumberland, this vast castle offers a historic and exciting day out. It was used as a film set for the Harry Potter movies. Alnwick town centre is also well
worth a visit for shopping, restaurants and cafes.
- Alnwick Garden
Vaunted as one of the world's most exciting contemporary gardens, there's plenty to explore, including fascinating plants, water sculptures and the renowned Poison Garden. If you have time,
you can also enjoy a meal in one of the world's largest treehouses.
- Bamburgh Castle
This stunning castle sits on an outcrop of volcanic dolerite. It stands high above the Northumberland coastline and is one of the largest inhabited castles in England.
- Beamish Open-Air Museum
Located in County Durham but still within reach for a day trip, Beamish vividly recreates life in the North of England in the early 1800s and 1900s. Unlike ordinary museums, Beamish displays
its objects, machinery and furniture in realistic surroundings with trained staff in period costume. You can even travel around the vast site on a horse-drawn tram.
- The Cheviot Valleys : Coquet, Breamish, Harthope and College
The Cheviot Hills, a wild, romantic landscape of rounded hills and valleys, mark the border with Scotland. The scenery is amazing and all of the valleys are ideal for walking, paddling and
picnicking.
- Chillingham Castle
This 12th century stronghold became base camp for the 1298 conquering attack on William Wallace by King Edward 1st, the 'Hammer of the Scots'. There's plenty to see, including the castle
itself, the grounds and its famous wild cattle. Ghost tours are also available.
- Cragside
This popular National Trust property, once the home of Lord Armstrong of Vickers-Armstrong fame and the first house in the world to be lit by hydro-electric power, is only 15 minutes away by
car. Visitors enjoy exploring inside this extraordinary Victorian house before talking a walk through the glorious grounds.
- Embleton Bay
The views from this beautiful beach are exquisite. With a breathtaking stretch of silver sands, surrounded by wildlife-rich dunes and rocky shores, and the ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle in the
distance, this is definitely a must see!
- Farne Islands
This group of rocky islands was once home to saints, soldiers and lighthouse keepers and is now a sanctuary for seabirds and seals. You can catch a boat from Seahouses, which is always a
big hit with the children.
- Holy Island
Reached by a causeway twice daily at low tide, the Holy Island of Lindisfarne is well worth a visit. St Aidan came from Iona to found a monastery here in 635 AD, the ruins of whichstill remain.
Lindisfarne Castle, restored by the famous architect, Edward Lutyens, is the island's most famous landmark.
- Ros Castle
Not a castle as such, but a short climb up to the top of this hill will reward you with one of the finest views in Northumberland.
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