The North of England

Visit Northern England to discover some of our country’s real gems – both hidden and sparkling in the spotlight. Discover majestic Durham and its famous Cathedral, the cosmopolitan, yet historic, Tyne and Wear with Newcastle, Gateshead and picture-perfect Northumberland with its castle-lined coastline. There are so many things to do in Northern England, no matter what type of visit you’re looking for. The area is brimming with cultural quayside cities and sandy North Sea beaches that bring people flocking. From Tynemouth to Sunderland, discover the most exciting things to do in this wonderful place.

Durham’s fairy-tale, turreted castle and grand Norman cathedral have the words ‘World Heritage Site’ written all over them. Historical sites to take you back through time, vast landscapes to explore and wonderful wildlife to see. This part of the country is a truly special place.

In Northumberland, countless castles jostle for attention; ‘proper’ castles with battlements and portcullises, ghostly ruins guarding endless sandy beaches and ones that echo with ancient footsteps. There are lots of things to do to suit history fans and romantics alike; from ambling along the coast to camping in the county’s endless countryside.

But one of the best places to visit is the Farne Islands, where dozens of puffins await to melt your hearts. At night, turn your gaze upwards to see millions of stars pinpricking the famed dark skies in Northumberland’s National Park.