Our Top 5 Visitor Attractions 

With so many great attractions to visit here in Northumberland we found it quite difficult to pick just five, however here they are! 

1. The Alnwick Garden 

The world’s most extraordinary contemporary garden. Plenty to do for all ages. Top tip: take a towel and spare clothing if you are going with children – they love splashing through the water features! Restricted opening during the winter months. 

2. Alnwick Castle 

Discover sumptuous State Rooms, the medieval Knight’s Quest arena, dragons and magic. And why not try your hand at broomstick training – Harry Potter style! Alnwick Castle provides a day out to fire your imagination. NB: closed during the winter months. 

3. Farne Islands 

Take a boat trip from Seahouses harbour to the Farne Islands to see the magnificent wildlife. From grey seals to puffins, it is both an enjoyable and information day out. The boat trips run all year but are dependent upon weather conditions. 

4. Bamburgh Castle 

Once the royal seat of the Kings of Northumbria, this imposing castle sits high on a rocky outcrop overlooking the sea. From Viking raids to spell-binding legends and bloody rebellions, there is plenty of amazing history waiting to be discovered. Restricted opening during the winter months. 

5. Barter Books 

Barter Books is one of the largest antiquarian bookstores in the UK and definitely worth a visit. Located in Alnwick’s magnificent old Victorian railway station, you will find the original waiting rooms with roaring fires and places to sit and browse the books or grab a bite to eat at The Station Buffet. Free entry and open all year.