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Things to see and do along Hadrian’s Wall

Here is a brief guide of things to see when staying in holiday cottages in Northumberland

Senhouse Roman Museum

This award winning museum has large collections of Roman militaria, inscriptions and altar stones.

Take a look at www.senhousemuseum.co.uk

Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery

This great collection of pieces not only has items from Roman times but also archaeological finds from Cumbria between 10,000BC to 1500AD

Take a look at www.tulliehouse.co.uk

Birdoswald Roman Fort and Visitor Centre

This well preserved fort ruin and mile castle truly bring you closer to the period of time when the Romans were in Britain.

Roman Army Museum and Vindolanda Roman Fort and Museum

Take a look around the ancient finds, watch the archaeologists work, have tea on the terrace, read personal messages left on ancient tablets.

Take a look at www.vindolanda.com

Chesters Roman Fort and Museum

One of the best Cavalry fort remains in the country, they also have Roman steam rooms and bathing areas that are by the river.

Find out more at www.english-heritage.org.uk/chesterromanfort

Housesteads Roman Fort and Museum

Near Bardon Mill, this is one of the most complete examples of Roman Forts in Britain, the site includes barracks, hospital and grainaries. Visitors will also be treated to excellent views of Northumberland’s countryside.

Find out more at www.english-heritage.org.uk/housesteadromanfort

Northumberland National Park Centre

This visitor centre is the best place to stop off at if you want to explore the National Park. The centre will provide great information for both cyclists and walkers who want to discover this natural beauty.

More information can be found at www.northumberland-national-park.org.uk

Museum of Antiquities

This is the main museum of archaeology in the North East of England which has an extensive collection of Roman finds.

Find out more at www.museums.ncl.ac.uk

Arbeia Roman Fort and Museum

This fort once guarded the entrance to the rover tyne, pay a visit and see the impressive reconstructions of original buildings.

Take a look at www.twmuseums.org.uk

So next time you are having a Northumberland Coastal Holiday, why not take a trip to Hadrian’s wall and the many museum and forts that area in the area

Why not take your dog on your Northumbrian Holiday

Taking your dog on holiday may seem a strange idea to some families, but to others this is a very common way to spend your time off. There are plenty of dog and pet friendly cottages and accommodation around the country and this is especially true for Northumberland. Why go to the expense of housing your dog in kennels when you can bring the dog with you to your Northumberland Accommodation. Not only are you saving money but you are also saving your dog from the stress of the kennels, which no dog enjoys. It also means you can enjoy your holiday with ‘man’s best friend’ in tow.

Northumberland is an ideal place for taking your dog as there is so many walks in the region. With 1030km² of national park to explore there is more than enough space to let your pooch have a good run and get to know the Northumbrian countryside. And on hot days you can take advantage of Northumbria’s spectacular coastline and take your dog for a walk along the beach, where it can swim in the sea to cool off. Druridge Bay Country Park is perhaps the best example of how great Northumbria is for dog walking as it was a 2008 winner of the national top dog walks competition. It even features a play area for dogs!

Northumberland Holidays are not complete without a visit to one (or more!) local hostelries. You will find that most publicans will welcome you and your dog onto the premises and many will have water bowls so your dog can enjoy a drink too. The Jolly Fisherman Inn, Cranster is just one fine example of such an establishment. With wonderful views over the harbour you and your dog can expect a warm welcome, great food and fine local ales. Your canine companion may even be luck enough to find a doggy treat on offer from the owner, and can even make friends with the resident Labrador.

Northumbrian Cottages Named as Finalist for National Business Award

The National Business Awards have named their regional finalists that include a diverse mix of businesses from around England, Wales and Northern Island.

Northumbrian Cottages as part of the Cumbrian Cottages Group have been included in the finalists for the “The Small to Medium Sized Business of the Year” category.

Each finalist has to make a presentation to a panel of judges. We will update when we hear more on the results. To read more about the competition, please visit here.

For more information on Cottages to rent in Northumberland please visit Northumbrian-cottages.info.

The Northumbria Cottages Optimisation Team

Facts on the Northumberland National Park

• The area was designated a national park in 1956 on the 6^th April.
• The park covers 405 square miles of 1049km
• Out of all the National Parks in the UK, Northumberland National park is the least populated with around 2000 people living on it. That works out at 2 people per square km.
• The park comprises of many owners, with the park authority owning 2.5 square km and the rest being owned by the forestry commission, private landowners and the Ministry of Defence.
• The highest point in the park is the Cheviot at 815m high.

For more information on the National Park, visit our blog and for more information on Northumbria Cottages, click here

New Tourist Guide Proving Popular

Over 7,500 people have requested a copy of a brand new tourist guide for Northumberland. The Northumberland Holiday and Short Breaks Guide was promoted using a direct mail campaign and an additional 2,000 were requested by telephone and 2,700 using online enquiries.

Northumberland Tourism has created the brochure to help the marketing campaign based upon a part of the year where most people tend to plan and book their holidays called.

The brochure shows off Northumberland’s attractions and list accommodation companies in the county.

For more information please see Original News Post

The Northumbria Cottages Optimisation Team