Northumberland College Zoo

Northumberland College Zoo is a zoo located on the Kirkley Hall College campus in Ponteland, Northumberland, home to over 200 animal species. It serves as both an educational facility for animal care students and a visitor attraction open on weekends and holidays.

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Felmoor Park - Oakwood Lodge

Oakwood Lodge is a detached lodge on a 40-acre park offering a private hot tub and decking area, set near an on-site café and restaurant with access to scenic countryside and wildlife in Northumberland, close to local towns and visitor attractions.

2 miles from Brinkburn Priory

Brinkburn Priory is a historic former Augustinian monastery dating from the 12th century, featuring a largely medieval church restored in the 19th century and a manor house built on the site of other monastic buildings. Visitors can explore the notable architectural blend of Norman and Gothic styles both indoors and outdoors within the scenic riverside setting in Northumberland.

Located in Newbiggin-by-the-Sea

Newbiggin-by-the-Sea is a historic seaside town in Northumberland known for its long promenade, maritime heritage, and annual music festival, offering a mix of history, beach resort charm, and cultural attractions.

Valley View Cottage

Valley View Cottage is a spacious and comfortable 4-bedroom property located next to Rothbury Golf Course with peaceful views over the Coquet Valley, suitable for families or groups and offering modern facilities in a rural setting.

2 miles from Cragside

Cragside is a Victorian Tudor Revival country house in Northumberland, renowned as the first house powered by hydroelectricity. It features innovative hydraulic technology, distinctive historic interiors, and extensive gardens with woodland and rhododendrons. Visitors can explore both the house's indoor heritage and the surrounding outdoor grounds and estate.

Near Warkworth Castle

Warkworth Castle is a ruined medieval motte and bailey castle in Northumberland, England, featuring a distinctive 14th-century keep and extensive curtain walls. Visitors can explore the outdoor medieval ruins including the gatehouse, towers, great hall, and remains of an unfinished collegiate church.

Located in Amble

Amble is a small coastal town in Northumberland, England, known for its maritime heritage, fishing industry, and proximity to nature reserves and coastal wildlife.

Near Warkworth Hermitage

Warkworth Hermitage is a historic 14th-century chapel and priest's house carved into a sandstone cliff on the River Coquet bank, featuring religious carvings and accessible by ferry from Warkworth Castle, managed by English Heritage.

Horton Grange - Old Horton Grange

The Old Horton Grange is a spacious Grade II listed farmhouse in the Northumberland countryside accommodating up to 14 guests, offering a rural and peaceful setting with extensive private grounds and room for special celebrations and family gatherings.

3 miles from Northumberland College Zoo

Northumberland College Zoo is a zoo located on the Kirkley Hall College campus in Ponteland, Northumberland, home to over 200 animal species. It serves as both an educational facility for animal care students and a visitor attraction open on weekends and holidays.

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The Village Hall

A former village hall converted into a modern countryside retreat with heritage charm, set in the village of Shotley Bridge within County Durham, offering scenic views and a peaceful atmosphere suitable for families and groups up to ten guests.

3 miles from Derwentcote Steel Furnace

Derwentcote Steel Furnace is an early 18th-century cementation furnace near Newcastle upon Tyne, preserved as a Grade I listed industrial monument and scheduled site, showcasing historic steel production methods.

Marina View

This detached multi-level holiday home near Amble Marina offers a coastal and luxurious private retreat suitable for families and groups, featuring well-equipped living spaces and a scenic waterside location close to town amenities.

The Stables

A newly restored stable block conversion set on the edge of a working farm, offering rural tranquility and scenic views with a private hot tub, enclosed garden, and wheelchair-accessible accommodation suitable for families and small groups.

Cresswell Towers

Cresswell Towers Holiday Park is set in a peaceful woodland area near the Northumbrian coast, surrounded by coastal and countryside walks and close to sandy beaches, providing a family-friendly holiday environment with on-site entertainment and leisure facilities.

Near Tynemouth Priory and Castle

Tynemouth Priory and Castle is a historic coastal site featuring medieval priory ruins and a fortified castle gatehouse, offering visitors both indoor exploration of architectural remains and outdoor coastal scenery. It showcases early Gothic architecture, historic military fortifications, and a rich monastic history dating back to the 7th century.

3 miles from Coffee afternoon by the sea with Age Concern Tyneside South

8 Oct, 15 Oct…

A dementia-friendly coffee afternoon hosted by Age Concern Tyneside South at Whitburn Coastal Conservation Centre. Attendees can chat with others or take part in activities such as games, knitting, arts and crafts.

Located in Tynemouth

Tynemouth is a historic coastal town in Tyne and Wear, England, known for its medieval priory and castle, popular beaches, vibrant cultural scene, and accessible transport links including a metro station. It offers a mix of heritage, seaside attractions, and community festivals.

Steelclose Mill - Steelclose House

A semi-detached stone house originally a 16th-century corn mill set within beautiful grounds, offering spacious, stylish accommodation ideal for family holidays or special occasions in a peaceful countryside setting.

2 miles from Gibside

Gibside is a historic Georgian country estate in Tyne and Wear featuring landscaped parkland, architectural ruins, and restored buildings such as the Palladian chapel and Banqueting House. Visitors can explore both outdoor grounds and significant indoor heritage structures.

2 miles from Wednesday health walk

7 Oct, 14 Oct…

A sociable guided health walk around Gibside, with opportunities to enjoy the views and spot wildlife. The route is adapted to the group and may cover up to five miles.

3 miles from Northumberland Zoo

Northumberland Zoo is a zoological park in Felton, Northumberland, featuring a range of native British and exotic animals with a focus on conservation breeding programs and species preservation.

Brewers Cottage

A detached barn conversion set in a rural countryside location providing accommodation for up to eight guests in four bedrooms with scenic views and a private garden with hot tub.

The Lodge at Slaley Park

The Lodge at Slaley Park is a spacious, three-storey lodge with a Scandinavian chalet feel set in the countryside near Hexham, surrounded by woodland and golf courses within the grounds of the Slaley Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa Resort.

The Old Chapel

The Old Chapel in Slaley is a refurbished chapel conversion offering a peaceful and stylish rural retreat with scenic countryside surroundings, ideal for family and group holidays.

Red Hen Cottage

This stone-built Northumberland cottage offers ground floor accommodation with four bedrooms and a private hot tub, set in a peaceful countryside location near coastal villages and local amenities.