Northumberland Castles & Coast Road Trip

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Northumberland Coast Road Trip

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Experience the beauty of Northumberland’s rugged coast and stunning beaches and discover places to visit on the Northumberland coast. Uncover vast Roman history as well as the stories behind the coasts’ fortified castles. Discover many iconic Northumberland castles. Visit islands, nature reserves, and northern Europe’s largest man-made lake with forest to explore. Indulge in traditional fish and chips and gaze out to sea from traditional coastal towns.

Visit Northumberland

Visiting Northumberland offers a diverse range of experiences, from exploring historic castles and charming villages to discovering the breathtaking Northumberland coastline and rugged countryside.

☑ Northumberland Coast driving route:

This Northumberland road trip traverses across the Northumberland National Park and traces the stunning Northumberland coast. The distance of this Northumberland road trip is around 177 miles (286m), with a drive time of around 5.5 hours without stops, not including a visit to Hadrian’s Wall, as a detour. The road trip guide includes location guides for 12 Northumberland destinations and hotspots. Make this Northumberland castles and coast road trip your own, by using the flexible itinerary to fit the time you have from 3 days to 2 weeks.

☑ Historic Castles:

Northumberland is renowned for its rich history and impressive collection of historic castles, each with its own unique charm and fascinating stories. From magnificent medieval castles on a remote headland to those overlooking stunning countryside. Discover the stories behind the fortresses perched on rocky outcrops standing over the Northumberland coastline.

☑ Stunning Northumberland Coastline:

The Northumberland coastline is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and picturesque seaside villages. Enjoy stretching sandy beneath the imposing castles and an accessible causeway at low tide. Visit charming fishing villages. Whether you're interested in wildlife watching, beachcombing, or simply soaking up the stunning scenery, the Northumberland coastline has something for everyone to enjoy.

☑ Hadrian's Wall:

Visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hadrian's Wall offers a fascinating journey through history and stunning landscapes. Discover the historical significance of the boundary built by the Romans in the 2nd century, it marked the northernmost boundary of the Roman Empire. The landscape surrounding Hadrian's Wall is diverse and beautiful, encompassing rolling hills, rugged moorland, and picturesque countryside.

☑ Holy Island (Lindisfarne):

Walking in the Cotswolds offers a delightful mix of stunning landscapes, historic villages, and serene countryside, offering breathtaking views of the countryside, ancient woodlands, and notable landmarks. Renowned for its picturesque scenery and rolling hills, this region is ideal for walkers of all levels. The famous Cotswold Way takes hikers through the heart of the area. Additionally, there are plenty of shorter walks and circular routes to explore charming villages, meandering rivers, and lush meadows.

☑ Northumberland National Park:

Northumberland National Park is a vast and diverse landscape characterised by rolling hills, rugged moorland, and ancient woodlands. From the iconic Hadrian's Wall to the remote Cheviot Hills, Northumberland National Park provides a serene retreat for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike. With its dark skies designation, the park is also a prime destination for stargazing.

Discover Northumberland's History & Heritage

☑ Discover History & Heritage:

Discover Northumberland's history tapestry woven with threads of Roman conquest, Viking raids, and rich folklore, each contributing to the region's unique heritage. Learn more about Northumberland as an integral part of the Roman Empire's northern frontier and how during the Viking Age, Northumberland was a frequent target of Norse raids. Uncover more about Northumberland’s myths, legends and folklore.

☑ Northumberland Maps:

This Northumberland road trip is mapped out on 3 Northumberland maps, including a flexible driving route. Use the Overnight Stay to locate 60+ campsites, 40+ motorhome stops, pub stops & almost wild spots, 40+ hotels, 80+ B&Bs, guesthouses and lodges and the Uncover More map pinpoints to 40+ viewpoints, 70+ places of interest, 30+ hidden gems, 4 Wild swim spots and 10+ On-screen locations. This planner is suitable for motorhomes, campervans and caravans as sites are included. If you are travelling in a car, choose to camp or stay in a B&B or hotel are also listed.

☑ Northumberland Road Trip Itinerary:

This travel guide for exploring the coastline of Northumberland and the rolling hills of the Northumberland National Park covers visitor information for 12 destinations along the way, plus loads of links and references. Check out imposing castles, walks in the area, brief histories, fishing villages and more with references and 100s of attractions. Browse things to do in Northumberland, including local experiences and activities available as bookable links.

England Road Trip Travel Guide: Northumberland Castles & Coast Overview

Save hours searching the internet using our well-researched inspiration and signposting to plan your perfect Northumberland.

Enjoy a road trip to Northumberland on this flexible driving route itinerary.

Find the best Northumberland campsites, almost wild spots, pub stops and motorhome stopover spots from our Overnight Stays map.
Travelling in a car? Stay overnight in a hotel or B&B.
This Northumberland route planner covers guides to 12 destinations

The Northumberland destination guide includes references and embedded links to over 100 attractions, experiences, and activities.
Browse from a range of bookable, local experiences and activities, by location, such as tours, boat trips, bike hire, and things to do in the Cotswolds.
Easily locate viewpoints, hidden gems, wild swim spots and more.