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Shooting Star Spectacular
Stargazers can observe the famous Orionid Meteor Shower this weekend (21st/22nd October) at Kielder Observatory. Every 76 years, the most famous comet of all, Halley’s Comet, completes one orbit around the sun. On its journey, loose debris on the...
To Infinity and Beyond!
Visit a ‘pop-up planetarium’ in Allendale Village Hall, near Hexham, on Monday 23rd October, for a fabulous journey through the universe. You’ll tour our solar system before heading through the Milky Way to other galaxies. Admission is free and...
Calling All Art Lovers…
Art lovers are spoilt for choice over the next few weeks, with these four exhibitions in Northumberland and Tyne & Wear: The first features an exploration of the life and work of noted portrait painter Sir William Coldstream, and is being held...
British Masters Golf at Close House
Close House at Heddon-on-the-wall is the venue for this year’s British Masters Golf Tournament, which takes place from Thursday 28th September to Sunday 1st October. It will be hosted by Lee Westwood, Close House’s attached tour professional, who...
Luxury Log Cabin Giveaway
It's Back - Our Luxury Log Cabin Giveaway We have relaunched our competition and this time it's a Luxury Log Cabin giveaway. Enter to WIN a weekend in one of our stunning Luxury Log Cabins. It's for the weekend of 8th December, staying 2...
Night Sky Safari and More
Fascinated by astronomy? Experience an unforgettable night on Sunday 24th September under the starry skies of Kielder and the largest expanse of protected dark skies in Europe – the Northumberland International Dark Sky Park. ‘Night Sky Safari’...
Zip across the River Tyne!
Fancy crossing the River Tyne in style? On a zip-wire? You can do just that on Saturday 23rd September or Friday 27th October! You’ll be travelling at speeds of up to 40 mph from a height of 45 metres, from the roof of the Baltic Centre for...
North East Dog Festival
It’s back and better than ever! The North East Dog Festival promises a doggy extravaganza like you’ve never seen before. With everything from top class main ring displays, have-a-go activities to try, lots of shopping and great competitions,...
Kielder for Tour of Britain
This year’s Tour of Britain cycling race comes to beautiful Kielder Water and Forest Park in Northumberland on Monday 4th September. Be at Kielder Dam for 10.15am to watch 120 professional riders set off on stage two of the race. Prior to this,...
Harry Potter Magic!
You’ll know Alnwick Castle from its starring role as Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in the first two Harry Potter films. Now, you can put on your best robe and meet characters inspired by the magical world of Harry Potter as they return...
Music Festival on the Beach!
Druridge Bay is the venue for this year’s Coquetfest, a brilliant four-day festival of music right on the beach, with something for the whole family to enjoy. Apart from the musical entertainment, there will be workshops for the kids (and grown-up...
Jess Glynne at Alnwick Castle
Singer Jess Glynne will perform at Alnwick Castle on 12th August. She’ll be supported by Kiko Bun and Mullally. Celebrate the seaside this summer at Berwick-upon-Tweed! Over the weekend of 12th/13th August, the annual Seaside Festival will take...