HOT NEWS!-The Turner Prize for Contemporary Art

NOW ON at the Baltic Art Centre, Newcastle, until Sun 9th January 2012 

The work of four shortlisted artists will be on display with the winner being announced at a celebratory event in early December 2011.

BOOK YOUR ACCOMMODATION EARLY!

The charming Roman Village of Corbridge

While away some time browsing in the exclusive shops, lovely walks on the banks of the River Tyne & lunch in one of the many popular eating places in the heart of the village, whether it's a pub with a cosy fire or an atmospheric tea/coffee shop you prefer. You will be spoilt for choice. Visit the Corbridge Roman Camp just a short walk from the village centre.

View remains of Roman Bridge at Corbridge

See recent architectural findings on the banks of the River Tyne.

WORLD HERITAGE SITE:-

Hadrian's Wall  and it's many Roman Camps- Housesteads (Museum closed for refurb but Fort still open free of charge) Vindolanda, & Chesters -  to name but three.

Hadrian's Wall Path- ACCESSABLE FROM OUR GATE!  The footpath from Priorfield B&B takes visitors up to Halton Castle  & onto the Hadrian's Wall Trail.

Hexham Races  -  A great day out with beautiful views over the shire.

Combine a weekend away with a winning race & a bracing walk in the Northumberland Countryside.

Hexham Farmers Market

The second and fourth Saturdays in the month from 9-1pm.

Fishing on the River Tyne at Corbridge - Environment Agency states the River Tyne here has the best stocks of Salmon!

The Baltic Modern Art Centre on Newcastle Quayside

Various exhibitions throughout the year. TURNER PRIZE ARTISTS EXHIBITION ON NOW!

The Sage Music Venue

An amazing piece of architecture on the banks of the River Tyne. Guided tours daily. Coffee shop & bistro.

Newcastle Quayside, Millennium Bridge & Sunday market

Stroll along the sculpture walk on the Quayside towpath through the Ouseburn down to St. Peter's Basin & marina.

Take in the quayside sunday market  or the Armstrong Bridge craft market with it's friendly atmosphere, stopping for coffee or brunch along the way.

Visit the quant little town of Alston  -  the highest market town in England, with it's cute little shops & tea rooms.

Blanchland medieval village - film setting for Catherine Cookson's novels, fabulous riverside walks & great tearooms.

Wallington House & Walled Garden - National Trust timeless retreat amongst glorious gardens.

Cragside - National Trust property, home of Lord Armstrong - the first house in the world to be lit by Hydro-Electricity. Fabulous gardens with a stunning display of Rhododendrons & Azaleas in Spring. Adventure play area.

Beamish Open Air Museum - visitor attraction of the year. Check out opening times in Winter months.

Durham City with Castle & Cathedral- Why not visit the xmas markets/craft event over w/e Dec 4th,5th,6th.

Shopping at The Metro Centre, Gateshead

Shoppers paradise with plenty of eateries whilst shopping or maybe take in a movie, ten-pin bowling, dodgem cars or quasar laser!

 Walks up at Hadrian's Wall

Scenery at it's best along this stretch of the wall, either during the day or why not take in a beautiful evening sunset . Walk to the Robin Hood Tree at Sycamore Gap (made famous in the film Robin Hood Prince of Thieves)

Nothing more bracing before retiring to one of the many excellent  tea/coffee shops in CORBRIDGE for a hot chocolate & piece of gateau!


Alnwick Castle ( Harry Potter film location),  Gardens & Fountains, Tree House & Poison Garden Tours

Many events organised for the winter months. Take a thoroughly interesting guided tour of 'The Poison Garden'. Combined with a warm welcome in the fabulous Tree House Restaurant for morning coffee, lunch or afternoon tea. New for spring - Cherry Blossom Viewing - 350 Japanese Tai Haku cherry trees underplanted with spring bulbs for a profusion of colour. Japanese themed events during spring. The only place in the UK to see these beauiful trees.

Barter Books in Alnwick

One of the largest collections of secondhand books in the country, housed in an old victorian railway station. Spend a morning browsing old books, maps, sheet musice & sit & read by the roaring fire over coffee. What better way to spend a cold wintery morning!

Bracing walks at the Northumberland Coast

Wrap up warm for the most amazing walks at any time of year. Miles of sandy beaches. Cross the Holy Island causeway for fabulous views and a warming hot toddie at one of quaint pubs on the island. (check tide tables carefully!)

Bowes Museum @ Barnard Castle - The recently restored 'Silver Swan' musical automaton is a must.

Belsay Hall, Castle & Gardens (English Heritage) - Stroll through the walled gardens & extend the walk through Crag Wood.

VARIOUS ACTIVITIES AT KIELDER WATER & FOREST PARK