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valleys of Ingram, it's home to a diverse
eco-system bursting with wildlife. Catch
a glimpse of a red squirrel or spot a wild
goat - there's always something to keep
your eyes peeled for.

Feathered friends

But, wherever you happen to be in
Northumberland, remember to look up
often, as there's an amazing array of
birdlife ﬂying above you. The county is
home to many rare species, such as the
Arctic and little terns. Or take a trip to
the Farne Islands and Coquet Island to
see the pufﬁn colonies. And when the
light fades, the night skies come alive
with thousands of stars.
The national park has been awarded
the accolade of International Dark Sky
Park, and star-gazing here is simply
magniﬁcent on a clear evening. If you're
lucky enough, you might even catch a
glimpse of the spectacular Northern
Lights (Aurora Borealis).
With an impressive selection of over
450 holiday homes to choose from,
Northumbria Coast & Country Cottages
is the ideal place to ﬁnd your perfect
bolt-hole for a Northumberland holiday.
Established in 1981, and the largest
independent holiday cottage agency in
the area, it pride itself on offering good

Sand dunes
offer plenty of
fun for all ages

Pufﬁns on the
Farne Islands

MILES OF GOLDEN
SANDS EDGED
WITH SHELTERED
DUNES ARE PERFECT
FOR A GOOD,
OLD-FASHIONED DAY
OUT AT THE BEACH
value, quality cottages combined with
a ﬁrst class, friendly service.

Friendly service

All of its cottages are inspected by
well-trained staff and come fully
equipped to help you make the most of
your time in the scenic county. And with
over 300 of the cottages accepting
well-behaved dogs, there's every reason
to bring your four-legged friend along,
too. They'll love exploring the open
beaches and wonderful countryside.
If you're struggling to choose from the
wide choice on offer, give the company
a call. Its local, enthusiastic staff are on
hand and are always happy to help with
advice about locations, cottage facilities,
plus interesting and fun things to do.
So, whether you're searching for a
cosy cottage for two that's situated on
the beach or a larger property to host a

Harry Potter ﬁlm location of Alnwick,
home to the Percy family for over 700
years. The Alnwick Garden is worldfamous too - contemporary in style,
it's full of surprises and charm. Discover
Cragside House, home to the Victorian
inventor Lord Armstrong, which was
described in 1880 as 'a palace of the
modern magician'.
If you're looking for a little activity,
Northumberland is the perfect setting
for outdoor pursuits. From rambling to
golf, cycling, ﬁshing or kite-surﬁng,
there's something to suit everyone's
energy levels. But you could also just
lie-back and read in peace and quiet.

Feasts for foodies
Beachward
cottage, near
Embleton
The perfect
playground for
your pooch

group of friends or family looking to get
away together to celebrate a special
occasion, Northumbria Coast & Country
Cottages will help you discover the ideal
place for an amazing holiday in this
magical and scenic corner of England.

Places to visit, things to do

Northumberland has many castles to
visit, from the majestic Bamburgh to the

And if you crave good food, you'll ﬁnd
Northumberland is alive with a healthy,
vibrant local food movement. With
a host of great eating out options,
many serving fresh, local produce
and specialist delicacies such as Craster
kippers, Lindisfarne oysters and
crabs, there's certainly something to
satisfy every palate. And if you're
feeling thirsty, why not sample a pint or
two of hand-crafted real ale at one of
our local micro-breweries.
With so much on offer - there are
many reasons to visit Northumberland
- so get booking your cottage now.

FOR MORE INFORMATION
Call 01665 830783 / 720690
Visit www.northumbriacottages.co.uk
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