Outdoor & Active in Northumberland

Your top ten North East walks May 22 2009

THE stunning countryside and coastline of the North East is a paradise for walkers and there are few better ways to explore the best of what the region has to offer than on foot. You suggested some of your favourite walks in our online poll and we've picked ten of the most popular to feature here.Read

Your top ten North East views May 22 2009

FROM the banks of the Tyne to the most romantic of castles - the North East has some of the most memorable views in the country, far too many to list here, of course. So, prompted by your votes in our online poll, here we present ten of the finest.Read

Your top ten North East attractions May 22 2009

PLACES to go, things to see - there is no shortage of choice in the North East. Guided by your nominations in our online poll, we have picked a selection of 10 of the best here (although we cheated when it came to castles).Read

Your top ten North East cultural experiences May 22 2009

THE story of the North East's cultural renaissance is well known. A decade or so ago, we would have struggled to get ten ideas with which to fill this page, but now the headache is trying to decide which ones to leave out. Read

Your top ten North East castles May 22 2009

WE didn't ask specifically for your favourite North East castles, but we got so many responses, we couldn't resist including them. Here are your favourites. Read

Your top ten North East sporting experiences May 22 2009

OK, so it might not have been a great year for the North East's football teams, but it's not been all doom and gloom on the sports pitch. Read

Northumberland is a truly magical place to visit Apr 08 2009

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.Read

Some of the greatest historical sites are on your doorstep Apr 08 2009

ENGLISH Heritage has some of the most captivating historic sites in Northumberland, as well as an action-packed programme of living history events.Read

The choice is yours in our Northumberland Apr 08 2009

NORTHUMBERLAND has everything to offer from stunning wildlife, unusual bookshops, galleries, historic castles through to long stretches of sandy beaches.Read

Fall for The Alnwick Garden this spring Apr 08 2009

THIS spring, the blossom of more than 300 Great White Cherry trees will appear for the first time in The Alnwick Garden’s Cherry Orchard.Read

Enjoy discovering county's delights Apr 08 2009

WHEN The Journal launched its Think North East First campaign earlier this year, we did so confident this region has an awful lot to offer.Read

There are so many great events near you this summer Apr 08 2009

TYNE and Wear is packed full of events and activities for the adventure-hungry to get their teeth into this summer.Read

Peaceful and unspoilt beauty Apr 08 2009

THE North Pennines is one of England’s most special places – peaceful and unspoilt with a rich history and vibrant natural beauty.Read

There's nowhere else quite like it Apr 08 2009

HOME to northern Europe's largest man-made lake, Kielder Water & Forest Park is not to be missed.Read

See nature and watch the wildlife Apr 08 2009

AS part of its campaign to get people out and about enjoying nature, Northumberland Wildlife Trust is keen to remind everybody that access to its reserves is free.Read

Freedom days out in Northumberland Apr 08 2009

NORTHUMBERLAND National Park is 405 square miles of breathtaking hillscapes and clear, musical streams stretching from Hadrian’s Wall to the Cheviot Hills.Read

Ease stresses of life Apr 08 2009

NORTH Northumberland offers the perfect antidote to the stresses of life. Relax in a beautiful, peaceful environment, with plenty of fresh air and good local food.Read

Come and enjoy our beautiful outdoors Apr 08 2009

NORTHUMBERLAND is a truly wonderful location for outdoor activities. If you are planning an activity break or want to escape for the day, England’s border county is the place to visit.Read

Towns and villages brim with character Apr 08 2009

NORTHUMBERLAND’S bustling market towns are fantastic places to visit, shop and explore.Read

Age and natural wonder Apr 08 2009

THE wild and windswept shores of the north Northumberland coast between Amble and Berwick is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.Read

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