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Welcome to Northumberland National Park, England's most tranquil place, whose dramatic hills and sheltered valleys stretch from Hadrian's Wall to the Scottish border. Enjoy our unique borderland culture and sustainable way of life.

Visitor Guide 2008

Visitor Guide 2008

The adventure begins here. Our Visitor Guide is full of great ideas on where to go and what to see this summer.

Heather blaze - Lordenshaw

Wildlife in August

Find out about the types of wildlife you can see in and around Northumberland during August.

The Schil, Penine Way © Keith Robeson

Celebrate Cheviot Heritage

The Cheviot Hills Heritage Project team have lots of great workshops and events coming up. Get involved now.

Guidebooks, maps and leaflets

Online Store

Visit the online store for a selection of books, maps, car park passes, clothing and free leaflets

A family enjoy a picnic in the National Park

Ten Perfect Picnic Places

Summer holidays are fast approaching. See our list of ten perfect picnic places in Northumberland National Park.

Walltown

Weather Watch

Planning a day out? Check out our webcams and see what the weather is like at Walltown Crags and Cawfields.

News...

3 September 2008
Minister visits Northumberland National Park to see the effects of climate change
1 September 2008
New members wanted for National Park Authorities and Broads Authority
19 August 2008
National Park Supports 100th Anniversary of Baden-Powell’s First Scout Camp

Events...

September 13 2008
Ingram Show
September 13 - 14 2008
John Barleycorn Festival
September 14 2008
The Wooler Walk
September 13 - 14 2008
'Natasha's Garden' - Exhibition and Open Garden
September 14 2008
Hareshaw Linn Family Fun Day

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