Newcastle International Airport 44 min
Howick Hall Gardens & Arboretum (13 min)
Ancestral home of the Earls Grey, with spring daffodils, specimen trees, rare plants & a tearoom. Howick Hall (13 min) Hulne Park (7 min)
Park, garden, and history Coquet Island (24 min)
Rocky, offshore island with a 19th-century lighthouse & a huge population of rare roseate terns. The Alnwick Garden (9 min)
Expansive network of formal gardens with a cascading central fountain and huge treehouse restaurant. Alnwick Castle (3 min)
One of UK's largest inhabited castles, with events inspired by Harry Potter film connection. Druridge Bay (26 min)
Backed by grasslands & dunes, this picturesque bay features a sandy beach, tidal pools & wildlife. The Alnwick Garden Poison Garden (9 min)
Small garden containing plots of poisonous species like deadly nightshade, with guided tours. Bailiffgate Museum (3 min)
Cozy museum in an 1836 church exploring local history & culture via hands-on exhibits & activities. Cragside (19 min)
Inventor, Lord Armstrong's rural mansion with gadget displays and a play area in huge gardens. Dunstanburgh Castle (16 min)
Ruined castle dating from the 14th century with twin-towered keep, plus sea views and picnic areas. Embleton Bay (20 min)
Sweeping golden sandy North Sea bay backed by grassy dunes with views of 14th-century fort ruins. Warkworth Castle (16 min)
Hilltop medieval castle ruins with cross-shaped keep, gatehouse and towers. Audio tour available. Fusiliers Museum Of Northumberland (3 min) Chillingham Castle (23 min)
Said to be haunted, this castle features large grounds containing rare breeds & preserved interiors. | 
