For a memorable day out in one of North Yorkshire’s most picturesque towns, head to Richmond. Just an hour or so drive from Newcastle, it has a rich history, beautiful views and landscapes, a lot of charm in the town, and offers an idyllic destination for a day of exploration. Here’s my ...
Nestled on the picturesque Northumberland coast, the charming village of Bamburgh offers an idyllic retreat for history enthusiasts, nature lovers, and anyone who enjoys a walk on the beach. There are many things to do in Bamburgh, with the stunning Bamburgh Castle being the main reason so many ...
Tynemouth is one of the most popular towns on the North Tyneside coast, attracting people from all across the North East and beyond to visit. Famous for fish and chips, beautiful sandy beaches, and a central village front street packed with pubs, bars and eateries serving up fabulous food. If ...
One of the smaller towns on the Northumberland coast but one that shouldn’t be overlooked, Alnmouth is just North of Warkworth and a few miles from Alnwick. Located in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Alnmouth is just that – a picturesque postcard town with a beautiful sandy beach. ...
Keswick market town is in the Lake District and is the biggest lakeland town in the Lake District region. It is the most popular for tourists, and often many people visit for just a day trip as there is plenty to do here. Set between the Skiddaw mountain and Derwentwater lake, it probably ...
Corbridge is a beautiful town in Northumberland, not far from Hexham, Heddon on the Wall and Newcastle. Once a Roman supply town for the soldiers on Hadrian’s Wall, it has plenty of history and character that dates well back to the Roman era and can still be seen today. The history as well as ...