Northumberland is a truly magical place to visit
Apr 8 2009 by Giles Ingram, The Journal
WELCOME to virtual Northumberland a supplement jam-packed with ideas and suggestions for days out and holidays in one of the most beautiful parts of the world.
This supplement is a taster. Sit down, read, and enjoy. And then plan your visit to the real thing: Northumberland, Englands border county.
This is a magical place with ancient castles, beaches covered in golden sands, rolling hills, rugged moorland and friendly little market towns.
The county has plenty of cultural offerings too, with museums, galleries and a wealth of public art. Northumberland is magical because it is so many things to different people. It is proud home to a national park full of dramatic views and sheltered valleys. It has fantastic walking, excellent fishing, golf, sailing and riding, luxury holidays at world-class hotels, cosy little cottages, along with great food and drink.
Whatever you are searching for peace, cool rivers, golden sands, views that make the soul sing, history come alive, or good food and drink in a fine old pub Northumberland has what you need. Go to www.visitnorthumberland.com and start planning.
Were waiting for you, with a gentle warm Northumberland welcome.
Giles Ingram is chief executive of Northumberland Tourism
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