Family paddleboarding in Northumberland

Activities in Northumberland

Endless activities
Get back into the swing of things on our many golf courses, surf and SUP board beside barely-trodden beaches, ramble along our scenic walking routes, cycle on breath-taking bike tracks, or gallop along our coastline with the fresh sea wind in your hair.
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Infinite adventures

From stirrups to surfboards, our adventure activities and watersports let you explore Northumberland with the added thrill of getting your adrenaline and endorphins pumping. So step into your harness, secure your helmet, or zip up your wetsuit, and start exploring.
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Adventure Activities

From surfing lessons and coastal kayaking to forest zip-lining and mountain biking, you can get adventurous in every way imaginable in Northumberland.
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Surfing at Bamburgh in Northumberland

Watersports

Dive with grey seals, stand up paddle board into the sunset, and row along rivers with Northumberland’s watersports. Our incredible coast, lakes and rivers let you explore off-shore, and we have excellent providers offering equipment rental and lesson bookings.
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Inspire me

Everything for the sporty type

If sport is your thing, you'll be spoilt for choice. Our golf courses are second to none, boasting sea views and scenic surrounding landscapes. Go fishing at peaceful beauty spots, cycle along winding, wildlife-filled routes, or head to our leisure centres for brilliant sports facilities.
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Take it down a notch

Slow things down with our wildlife, great outdoors and relaxed activities. We have gentle walking routes, fantastic bird watching opportunities, and incredible boat trips that are perfect for getting to know our wildlife and nature. Plus, we have informative tours great for feeding your mind with fascinating facts about Northumberland.
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Activity providers in Northumberland

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Kielder Observatory Sponsored
Science and Technology

Kielder Observatory
Kielder Observatory is an astronomical attraction at Kielder Water & Forest Park run by the Kielder Observatory Astronomical Society. Please visit www.kielderobservatory.org for all event bookings.
Go Active Breaks Sponsored
Sport and Leisure

Go Active Breaks
Go Active, at Landal Kielder Waterside, is a fun and exciting collection of exclusive activities.Offering a range of sporting activities from beginners to keen amateurs, high adrenaline adventure to relaxation therapies.
The Sill Sponsored
Sightseeing and Leisure

The Sill
Nestled in the Hadrian’s Wall UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre was designed with accessibility at its heart.
Saddle Skedaddle Cycling Holidays Sponsored
Cycling

Saddle Skedaddle Cycling Holidays
The UK’s leading independent cycling holiday specialist. Their team of experts have created experiences that showcase the best of Northumberland!
Wild Experiences Northumberland Sponsored
Experiences and workshops

Wild Experiences Northumberland
Heartfelt journeys connecting you to nature through Adventure, Discovery and Creativity.
Exploring, etc Sponsored Bookable
Watersports

Exploring, etc
Guided canoeing, rock climbing and hill walking, to connect with nature. Adventure paired with nature spotting, arts activities and bushcraft.
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Heatherslaw Light Railway Sponsored
Family Attraction

Heatherslaw Light Railway
Travel on our 15 inch gauge railway at Ford & Etal Estates between Heatherslaw and Etal Castle on a return journey.
Go Ape Matfen Sponsored
Adventure Sports

Go Ape Matfen
Make this year adventurous and Go Ape at Matfen, 15 miles from Newcastle. Experience a Treetop Challenge or chance your arm at Axe Throwing.
Pedal Power Cycle Hire Sponsored
Cycling

Pedal Power Cycle Hire
Explore Northumberland by bike. Adult, Child, Tandem and Ebikes available for full or half day cycling hire, longer hires also available.
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Ad Gefrin Sponsored
Museums

Ad Gefrin
A fully-immersive Golden Age of Northumbria Experience and a whisky distillery creating the first Northumbrian English Single Malt Whisky.
Kielder Water & Forest Park
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Welcome to Northumberland

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