Northumberland National Park
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By caring for our unique surroundings today, we can continue to enjoy them for years to come.
Absolutely breathtaking!
We can't get enough of these snow-covered photos of Northumberland National Park. This amazing photo was snapped by ranger Sally whilst on footpath patrol with ranger Oscar near Alnham.
We can't get enough of these snow-covered photos of Northumberland National Park. This amazing photo was snapped by ranger Sally whilst on footpath patrol with ranger Oscar near Alnham.
November 30, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Absolutely breathtaking!
We can't get enough of these snow-covered photos of Northumberland National Park. This amazing photo was snapped by ranger Sally whilst on footpath patrol with ranger Oscar near Alnham.
We can't get enough of these snow-covered photos of Northumberland National Park. This amazing photo was snapped by ranger Sally whilst on footpath patrol with ranger Oscar near Alnham.
Why are hedgerows making a comeback in Northumberland National Park?
They’re more than just boundaries -they’re biodiversity hotspots, soil protectors, and climate champions. This #NationalTreeWeek, discover how two inspiring projects are reviving traditional skills and transforming the landscape
They’re more than just boundaries -they’re biodiversity hotspots, soil protectors, and climate champions. This #NationalTreeWeek, discover how two inspiring projects are reviving traditional skills and transforming the landscape
November 27, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Why are hedgerows making a comeback in Northumberland National Park?
They’re more than just boundaries -they’re biodiversity hotspots, soil protectors, and climate champions. This #NationalTreeWeek, discover how two inspiring projects are reviving traditional skills and transforming the landscape
They’re more than just boundaries -they’re biodiversity hotspots, soil protectors, and climate champions. This #NationalTreeWeek, discover how two inspiring projects are reviving traditional skills and transforming the landscape
We're in the College Valley for our next place to highlight this #NationalTreeWeek. The trees at the north end of the valley are known as the Collingwood Oaks. They were planted by the wife of Vice-Admiral Lord Collingwood, who took command of the fleet after Nelson died at the Battle of Trafalgar.
November 25, 2025 at 12:02 PM
We're in the College Valley for our next place to highlight this #NationalTreeWeek. The trees at the north end of the valley are known as the Collingwood Oaks. They were planted by the wife of Vice-Admiral Lord Collingwood, who took command of the fleet after Nelson died at the Battle of Trafalgar.
It's #NationalTreeWeek! This week, we are focusing on special trees and woodlands in Northumberland National Park. For our first stop, we are headed to the Hareshaw Linn woodland, an ancient woodland and a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), designated for its rare ferns and lichen.
November 24, 2025 at 1:02 PM
It's #NationalTreeWeek! This week, we are focusing on special trees and woodlands in Northumberland National Park. For our first stop, we are headed to the Hareshaw Linn woodland, an ancient woodland and a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), designated for its rare ferns and lichen.
Great you're planning on heading to the National Park today, but have you checked the weather?
Be #AdventureSmart and check the weather forecast for your plans before you set off. Bear in mind that if you are climbing up hills, the weather can be different up on the top compared to your start point
Be #AdventureSmart and check the weather forecast for your plans before you set off. Bear in mind that if you are climbing up hills, the weather can be different up on the top compared to your start point
November 23, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Great you're planning on heading to the National Park today, but have you checked the weather?
Be #AdventureSmart and check the weather forecast for your plans before you set off. Bear in mind that if you are climbing up hills, the weather can be different up on the top compared to your start point
Be #AdventureSmart and check the weather forecast for your plans before you set off. Bear in mind that if you are climbing up hills, the weather can be different up on the top compared to your start point
Please remember to be #AdventureSmart when visiting the National Park this weekend. With colder weather its important to:
- wrap up warm
- tell people where you are going
- make sure you have the appropriate gear
- wrap up warm
- tell people where you are going
- make sure you have the appropriate gear
November 22, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Please remember to be #AdventureSmart when visiting the National Park this weekend. With colder weather its important to:
- wrap up warm
- tell people where you are going
- make sure you have the appropriate gear
- wrap up warm
- tell people where you are going
- make sure you have the appropriate gear
'Bastle' - a ‘fortified farmhouse’. It comes from the French word ‘bastille’ meaning stronghold. Owners would take refuge from the raids from the Border Reivers and soldiers, housing livestock on the lower floor and living above them.
On your next visit, stop by Woodhouses Bastle near Harbottle.
On your next visit, stop by Woodhouses Bastle near Harbottle.
November 20, 2025 at 12:01 PM
'Bastle' - a ‘fortified farmhouse’. It comes from the French word ‘bastille’ meaning stronghold. Owners would take refuge from the raids from the Border Reivers and soldiers, housing livestock on the lower floor and living above them.
On your next visit, stop by Woodhouses Bastle near Harbottle.
On your next visit, stop by Woodhouses Bastle near Harbottle.
There's snow place like home! This chilly picture was taken from Brocolitia this morning in the Hadrian's Wall area of the National Park.
If you still plan on visiting the Park today remember to be #AdventureSmart.
If you still plan on visiting the Park today remember to be #AdventureSmart.
November 19, 2025 at 10:45 AM
There's snow place like home! This chilly picture was taken from Brocolitia this morning in the Hadrian's Wall area of the National Park.
If you still plan on visiting the Park today remember to be #AdventureSmart.
If you still plan on visiting the Park today remember to be #AdventureSmart.
Due to the Cloudflare global outage, our online events booking service is temporarily unavailable, which means none of our events can be booked presently. We’ll update again when it’s working. We apologise for any inconvenience.
November 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Due to the Cloudflare global outage, our online events booking service is temporarily unavailable, which means none of our events can be booked presently. We’ll update again when it’s working. We apologise for any inconvenience.
In classic Northumberland fashion, we were pleasantly surprised with blue skies over the weekend following a pretty damp and dreary week. This photo of the Breamish Valley was snapped by one of our volunteers, Alan, out on his welcome patrol.
November 18, 2025 at 1:01 PM
In classic Northumberland fashion, we were pleasantly surprised with blue skies over the weekend following a pretty damp and dreary week. This photo of the Breamish Valley was snapped by one of our volunteers, Alan, out on his welcome patrol.
Today is #NationalHikingDay! Getting out and about in Northumberland National Park is not only a great way to keep fit and improve wellbeing, but also a chance to connect with nature and take a moment to be present in the outdoors.
November 17, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Today is #NationalHikingDay! Getting out and about in Northumberland National Park is not only a great way to keep fit and improve wellbeing, but also a chance to connect with nature and take a moment to be present in the outdoors.
Thinking of hitting the trails in Northumberland National Park this weekend? Remember to bring your walking boots and waterproofs, and check the weather forecast before you leave. Please be #AdventureSmart so you can have an enjoyable day out in the National Park.
November 16, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Thinking of hitting the trails in Northumberland National Park this weekend? Remember to bring your walking boots and waterproofs, and check the weather forecast before you leave. Please be #AdventureSmart so you can have an enjoyable day out in the National Park.
Northumberland National Park is known for its pristine dark skies, making it the perfect setting to host an award-winning astronomy photography exhibition at The Sill!
The exhibition is free to view and opens this Saturday 15 November. Come visit The Sill this weekend!
The exhibition is free to view and opens this Saturday 15 November. Come visit The Sill this weekend!
November 14, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Northumberland National Park is known for its pristine dark skies, making it the perfect setting to host an award-winning astronomy photography exhibition at The Sill!
The exhibition is free to view and opens this Saturday 15 November. Come visit The Sill this weekend!
The exhibition is free to view and opens this Saturday 15 November. Come visit The Sill this weekend!
Get ahead with your Christmas Shopping and join us at The Sill this weekend for our spectacular Christmas Fair!
Our two-day fair takes place from 10am-4pm on the 15 & 16 November, where you can meet local makers and producers from across the North East, and check out stalls with festive food!
Our two-day fair takes place from 10am-4pm on the 15 & 16 November, where you can meet local makers and producers from across the North East, and check out stalls with festive food!
November 13, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Get ahead with your Christmas Shopping and join us at The Sill this weekend for our spectacular Christmas Fair!
Our two-day fair takes place from 10am-4pm on the 15 & 16 November, where you can meet local makers and producers from across the North East, and check out stalls with festive food!
Our two-day fair takes place from 10am-4pm on the 15 & 16 November, where you can meet local makers and producers from across the North East, and check out stalls with festive food!
Huge congrats to 13-year-old Luke Hedley!
Awarded the British Citizen Youth Award for raising £1,700+ for Northumberland National Park Mountain Rescue Team by 3D-printing safety whistles!
With support from Northumberland staff & volunteers, Luke’s whistles reached visitors across the world.
Awarded the British Citizen Youth Award for raising £1,700+ for Northumberland National Park Mountain Rescue Team by 3D-printing safety whistles!
With support from Northumberland staff & volunteers, Luke’s whistles reached visitors across the world.
November 11, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Huge congrats to 13-year-old Luke Hedley!
Awarded the British Citizen Youth Award for raising £1,700+ for Northumberland National Park Mountain Rescue Team by 3D-printing safety whistles!
With support from Northumberland staff & volunteers, Luke’s whistles reached visitors across the world.
Awarded the British Citizen Youth Award for raising £1,700+ for Northumberland National Park Mountain Rescue Team by 3D-printing safety whistles!
With support from Northumberland staff & volunteers, Luke’s whistles reached visitors across the world.
Are you looking to develop your knowledge or take the next step up in your planning career? We have two available roles in our planning and policy team at Northumberland National Park Authority.
To find out more about these roles and to apply, visit the 'Jobs' page on our website.
To find out more about these roles and to apply, visit the 'Jobs' page on our website.
November 10, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Are you looking to develop your knowledge or take the next step up in your planning career? We have two available roles in our planning and policy team at Northumberland National Park Authority.
To find out more about these roles and to apply, visit the 'Jobs' page on our website.
To find out more about these roles and to apply, visit the 'Jobs' page on our website.
Interested in learning more about our roles at Northumberland National Park this #GreenCareersWeek? We asked ranger Sally to show us a day in her life as a ranger.
November 5, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Interested in learning more about our roles at Northumberland National Park this #GreenCareersWeek? We asked ranger Sally to show us a day in her life as a ranger.
With a chill in the air, our guided walks are a great way to get out and about safely in the National Park. Follow our experienced and knowledgeable guides as you learn about the Park, get a breath of fresh air and make friends with other keen walkers.
November 2, 2025 at 10:00 AM
With a chill in the air, our guided walks are a great way to get out and about safely in the National Park. Follow our experienced and knowledgeable guides as you learn about the Park, get a breath of fresh air and make friends with other keen walkers.
This is your reminder to check out A Trail of Inspiration: The Pennine Way at 60 exhibition at The Sill before it goes on 2 November. The exhibition is full of stories and artworks inspired by the trail, just like this one below from ranger Mark.
November 1, 2025 at 10:01 AM
This is your reminder to check out A Trail of Inspiration: The Pennine Way at 60 exhibition at The Sill before it goes on 2 November. The exhibition is full of stories and artworks inspired by the trail, just like this one below from ranger Mark.
How awesome are these! These bug hotels were made with ranger Ben in our recent Mini Makes event at The Sill during half-term. One of the kids who attended the event enjoyed it so much that they said it was "the best day ever!".
October 29, 2025 at 4:30 PM
How awesome are these! These bug hotels were made with ranger Ben in our recent Mini Makes event at The Sill during half-term. One of the kids who attended the event enjoyed it so much that they said it was "the best day ever!".
Did you catch our October newsletter? If not, you still have time to sign up before November's edition comes out next week!
Last month, we shared news of a new resource to mark the second anniversary of Sycamore Gap, our response to a report on rivers and things to do over half-term.
Last month, we shared news of a new resource to mark the second anniversary of Sycamore Gap, our response to a report on rivers and things to do over half-term.
October 28, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Did you catch our October newsletter? If not, you still have time to sign up before November's edition comes out next week!
Last month, we shared news of a new resource to mark the second anniversary of Sycamore Gap, our response to a report on rivers and things to do over half-term.
Last month, we shared news of a new resource to mark the second anniversary of Sycamore Gap, our response to a report on rivers and things to do over half-term.
Firing up the week with some fungal brilliance! Check out these Ballerina Waxcaps found by ranger Shaun last week, now showing in some of the grasslands along Hadrian's Wall. This waxcap gets its name from the way its pink cap flares out and splits like a tutu or pirouetting dancer.
October 27, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Firing up the week with some fungal brilliance! Check out these Ballerina Waxcaps found by ranger Shaun last week, now showing in some of the grasslands along Hadrian's Wall. This waxcap gets its name from the way its pink cap flares out and splits like a tutu or pirouetting dancer.
Are you out in the National Park looking for views like these today? Please remember to wrap up warm, wear suitable clothing and check the weather before your visit for a fantastic day out! This picture was snapped by Adam, our social media and marketing coordinator, looking towards Barrowburn.
October 26, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Are you out in the National Park looking for views like these today? Please remember to wrap up warm, wear suitable clothing and check the weather before your visit for a fantastic day out! This picture was snapped by Adam, our social media and marketing coordinator, looking towards Barrowburn.
With the October half-term underway, here is a reminder of the things you can do in Northumberland National Park this week.
To book your place, visit the 'What's On' page on our website.
To book your place, visit the 'What's On' page on our website.
October 25, 2025 at 9:01 AM
With the October half-term underway, here is a reminder of the things you can do in Northumberland National Park this week.
To book your place, visit the 'What's On' page on our website.
To book your place, visit the 'What's On' page on our website.
Visit us at The Sill this October half term for an autumnal craft workshop – fallen leaf art!
Join our engagement team as we explore The Sill grounds to collect fallen leaves, which you will use to create your own autumnal art, such as leaf wreaths and autumn dream catchers.
Join our engagement team as we explore The Sill grounds to collect fallen leaves, which you will use to create your own autumnal art, such as leaf wreaths and autumn dream catchers.
October 24, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Visit us at The Sill this October half term for an autumnal craft workshop – fallen leaf art!
Join our engagement team as we explore The Sill grounds to collect fallen leaves, which you will use to create your own autumnal art, such as leaf wreaths and autumn dream catchers.
Join our engagement team as we explore The Sill grounds to collect fallen leaves, which you will use to create your own autumnal art, such as leaf wreaths and autumn dream catchers.