derwent view cottage

 

To help you along we've broken down some of our regions most popular attraction into these 5 sections:

The great outdoors
historical places
Art & Culture
rest and relaxation
shopping
 
northumberland, lonely planet
thinsg to do
  Northumberland offers the perfect balance for an unforgettable break. From walking and cycling in wide open countryside to spoiling yourself with shopping trips and luxurious spa days.
Here's what the Lonely Planet travel experts had to say about Northumberland;		  
lonley planet   The region's beautiful 19th-century architecture now has a modern counterpart: new art galleries, a renovated quayside, a music centre. The wildernesses of the North Pennines and Northumberland mean you can really get away from it all, stopping off to explore historical sights such as Hadrian's Wall and the medieval castles along the coast.   1
     
  Lonely Planet's Top-Pick Regions, 2008

 
 

The location of Derwent View Cottage provides our guests with the perfect starting off point for exploring our region.

Visit our Top Ten Visitor Guide's to the North east:

1. Top Ten things to do and see in NEWCASTLE.

2. Top Ten things to do and see in NORTHUMBERLAND.

3. Top Ten things to do and see on HADRIANS WALL.

4. Top Ten things to do and see in DURHAM.

With the help of our local expert we've put together a few top ten guides to help you enjoy the North east:

To help you along we've linked up with the official North East England visitor's guide to bring you these stunning promotional videos that highlight the attractions on offer in the various parts of our region;

  
    Visit North East England

It's the first day of your holiday, so what is there to do in the North East?

This short film will take you through the high lights of this region, from Newcastle's designer shopping to it's World Heritage sites, such as Hadrian's Wall.		  
 
    Visit Northumberland

Sit back and absorb the stunning countryside or jump on your broomstick and visit the home of Harry Potter and Hogwarts, (otherwise known as Alnwick Castle of course.) From country walks to Viking raiders there's always something to see and do.		  

 

      
    Visit County Durham

Visit Durham and see "the best cathedral on Planet Earth." That's the opinion of the world renowned travel writer Bill Bryson.

History, stunning views and indulgent experiences.