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From harvesting apples and making cider to wild camping and fixing the fells, the National Trust has over 280 working holidays that provide the opportunity to get outdoors, have fun and play a part in conserving the nation’s heritage. With prices starting from just £75 including all food and accommodation, there are weekend breaks or [...]
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Did you see tonight’s episode of Great British Railway Journeys hosted by Michael Portillo? It was the second episode to feature the beautiful countryside of Northumberland. Michael continued his journey south-west along the Newcastle to Carlisle line. Featured on the programme was Hadrian’s Wall, which was once patrolled by soldiers from all corners of the [...]
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Hope you saw our beautiful county on Michael Portillo’s Great British Railway Journeys on 23rd January. Michael visited the historic walled town of Berwick-upon-Tweed and the magnificent Royal Berwick Border bridge. He continued to Alnwick via Alnmouth railway station to visit Barter Books, which was previously Alnwick’s railway station; and stay at The White Swan [...]
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Kielder Winter Wonderland is the magical Christmas experience for all your family, set overlooking the spectacular Kielder Water. See Leaplish Waterside Park transformed into a Winter Wonderland full of surprises and attractions for you to enjoy. Throughout the day long experience, you will meet woodland elves to guide you through the forest to take part [...]
Opera, Brass, Gilbert and Sullivan, Bach and the Northumberland Pipes to feature in 10 day Festival The first Northumberland Music Festival, taking place from 28th October to 6th November 2011 will bring performers of international standard to the heart of the region. Featuring Opera, Classical & Traditional Music, the concerts will be held at [...]
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