Top Things to do in Northumberland
Top Hotels in Northumberland
- 1. The Beaumont Hexham, Hotel
- 2. Premier Inn Berwick-Upon-Tweed Hotel
- 3. Derwent Manor Hotel, BW Premier Collection
- 4. Marshall Meadows Manor House
- 5. Langley Castle Hotel
- 6. The Commissioners Quay Inn
- 7. The Victoria Hotel
- 8. The Bamburgh Castle Inn
- 9. Premier Inn Ashington hotel
- 10. No.1 Hotel & Wine Lounge
Top 10 Historic Sites in Northumberland, England
Discover the best top things to do in Northumberland, United Kingdom including Cragside House and Gardens, Bywell Hall, Wallington Hall, Housesteads Roman Fort - Hadrian's Wall, Hexham Abbey, Paxton House, Frontiers of the Roman Empire, Cherryburn, Chesters Roman Fort, Berwick-upon-Tweed Barracks and Main Guard.
Restaurants in Northumberland
1. Cragside House and Gardens
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3,424 reviews
Reviewed By davidfJ2126DK - Liverpool, United Kingdom
Whilst we are NT Members and visited for free, I'm conscious that it is quite pricey for non-members (currently £13.00 per adult/ £38.00 per family for house and gardens). It is however, well worth the price if you make a full day of it! Extensive gardens, unique hydro-electric power system, remarkable house, great childrens play areas and a delightful 5-6 mile drive all within the site with numerous stop-off points to enjoy walks, picnic areas and lakeside views. The cafe/restaurant is not cheap but the food we had was delicious. Note that the House is not open every day - check out the national Trust for details and restrictions, especially during gthe Winter months. To fully appreciate the intriguing story of Lord Armstrong (the previous owner of the property), a visit to Bambough castle (not National Trust) is also highly recommended, and we found it really enjoyable and fascinating.
2. Bywell Hall
3. Wallington Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,252 reviews
Reviewed By paulineg88 - Morpeth, United Kingdom
A great place to go at any time of year. As well as an interesting house there is extensive woodland, excellent river walks, beautiful formal gardens plus you can watch wildlife (often including red squirrels) from a comfortable hide.
4. Housesteads Roman Fort - Hadrian's Wall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,534 reviews
Reviewed By GTSSurrey - Bisley, United Kingdom
World heritage site - not to be missed. Our grandson is covering Roman history in his next term project so we took the opportunity for a visit to this impressive fort whilst visiting the area. It is humbling to think that 2000 years ago the Roman builders had installed many of the things in this fort that we thing of as modern today - underfloor heating, flushing toilets, running water to name but a few items. Whilst the walk to the fort from the car park is a little steep in paces the walk is well worth the effort for both fort and museum access - as well as the optional walk along the wall itself. It is amazing that the layout of the fort and associated infrastructure is so clearly laid out and easy to access and get to see. Friendly staff were able to answer just about all of our questions and made us feel welcome throughout our visit. Far reaching views just add to the experience. A must see site.
5. Hexham Abbey
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,039 reviews
This former medieval abbey was built late in the 7th century.
Reviewed By micksymes1 - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
I had never visited Hexham Abbey before - what a wonderful place!! It has so much history surrounding it ... from it’s original building in the 7th Century, the Frith stool, the Night Stair, the Anglo Saxon crypt through to it’s Big Story exhibition charting the history of the site. It is a fascinating place to visit. There is also a great cafe on site. However, I would suggest that if you’re planning a visit, check out if there are any services being held at the same time as access may be restricted
6. Paxton House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 704 reviews
One of the finest examples of an 18th-century Palladian Country house in all of Britain. There are many activities at Paxton House to keep you busy for a whole day, including house tours, boat trips and net fishing on the River Tweed, tearoom and gift shop, extensive grounds and gardens, galleries and exhibitions. We also have different types of accommodation, including an apartment, a lodge and a caravan park if you wish to stay and enjoy Paxton House for longer.
Reviewed By Theresadee123
We thoroughly enjoyed our visits to Paxton House steeped in history lovely walks.....fairy garden for the children and lovely cakes soup etc. Highly recommend. ????
7. Frontiers of the Roman Empire
8. Cherryburn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 122 reviews
Reviewed By 786carolb - Birmingham, United Kingdom
Wednesday 22 August 18, my husband and I decided to go to Stocksfield, to visit Cherryburn under the care of The National Trust. Set in a tranquil garden with views across the Tyne Valley, this unassuming Northumbrian farmstead is the birthplace of famous artist and naturalist Thomas Bewick. Thomas Bewick was born in the cottage in August 1753; he grew up there and lived with his parents and grandparents and brothers and sisters, a total of 17 people in one room until the age of 14 when he moved to Newcastle upon Tyne to become a bound apprentice with the Beilby family. The Cottage and the Farmhouse are now a museum and shows what life was like back when Thomas Bewick was alive. The Cottage has been furnished with items which would have been common at the time and the Farmhouse possesses a large collection of Bewick's publications, original engravings and printing equipment. My husband and I spent an interesting two hours at this cottage, looking at Bewick’s wonderful wood engravings and the water colour paintings of birds, he made from on his walks around the surrounding area. It was quite an inspiring place and I wrote a poem here called ‘Man Of The Land’. I also purchased a book on the life and works of Thomas Bewick, which looked really interesting. We also had refreshments at ‘Cherryburn’ Cottage in the old kitchen, sitting by an old black lead range. My husband had a pot of tea and I had a nice hot chocolate, it was so warm and cosy in this cottage. If you are interested in people who made a difference and in the history of Northumberland, then this is definitely a place to visit.
9. Chesters Roman Fort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 676 reviews
Reviewed By Frankiedigger - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
John Clayton, a 19th century lawyer, owned a mansion - Chesters on Hadrian's Wall near Chollerford on the River Tyne.He discovered the most fantastic fort and bathhouse overlooking the Tyne and is one of the most impressive in the area. His museum has recently been upgraded, but retains the Victorian charm and personal attention he have to this treasure trove. Unmissable!
10. Berwick-upon-Tweed Barracks and Main Guard
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 305 reviews
Built in the early 18th century to the design of the distinguished architect Nicholas Hawksmoor, the Barracks was among the first in England to be purpose built. The 'By Beat of Drum' exhibition gives you an insight into the life of the British infantryman from the Civil War to the First World War. A stone's throw away from the Scottish borders and located in a Georgian market town it also boasts a range of other temporary and permanent exhibitions to explore: The King's Own Scottish Borderers museum, the Berwick Gymnasium Art Gallery and the Berwick Museum and Art Gallery (please note that, while 'By Beat of Drum' is open every day, the opening times for the other museums varies).
Reviewed By mikeaK57PY
Not a full day out by any means, but well worth the admission price. Fascinating insight into local military history and military life in general with particular emphasis on the King's Own Scottish Borderers. These are the most expensive buildings maintained by English Heritage.
