Super Days Out from Wooler
The Tankerville Arms Hotel, nestled in the charming town of Wooler, is centrally located making it an ideal starting point for exploring Northumberland’s quaint villages, historic castles, golden sand beaches and rolling hills.
Our Days Out leaflet below shows some highlights, a printed version is freely available from the hotel.
Below is a text version of the above.
St Abbs Head – A dramatic coastline ringed by cliffs, a small harbour & great coastal walks.
Coldingham Sands – A sheltered sandy beach off the Buskin Burn on the coast of the Scottish Borders.
Eyemouth – This historic fishing town with harbour lies a short 15 minute drive from Berwick-upon-Tweed.
Berwick-upon-Tweed – A coastal town with sandy beaches and Elizabethan Walls.
Spittal – Home to a Victorian Promenade which is a great way to see the beautiful coastline.
Cheswick Sands – A vast sandy beach with fabulous views really must be visited.
Kelso – A Scottish Border town a short 30 minute drive from Wooler.
Kelso – Home to Floors Castle & Gardens, Kelso Abbey, Roxburgh Castle & Kelso Races.
Kelso also has many Beautiful walks by the River Tweed.
Kirk Yetholm – The end of the Pennine Way with stunning scenery.
The Hirsel – Arts & crafts centre & great walks.
Coldstream – Lies on the north side of the River Tweed. Home of the Coldstream Guards Museum.
Ford Etal – One destination with over 20 attractions.
Holy Island – The island is cut off by the tide twice a day. Home to Lindisfarne Priory with stunning scenery & beaches.
Bamburgh – Beautiful coastal town in the heart of Northumberland. Famous for its castle,
coastline walks, beaches and Grace Darling.
Seahouses – A large village on the North Northumberland coast. An area of outstanding natural beauty, fishing and trips to the Farne Islands.
Beadnell Bay – A stunning sandy cove with fantastic walks and views.
Newton-by-the-Sea – A delightful village popular for sailing, windsurfing, lovely sandy beaches and
fine views to Embleton Bay.
Dunstanburgh – Stunning beach with a 14th century ruined castle.
Craster – Lovely small beach and harbour with a super walk to Dunstanburgh Castle.
Alnwick – A market town with lots to do including the famous Alnwick Castle and Gardens.
Don’t miss Barter Books.
Wooler – A small market town which lies on the edge of the National Park near the Cheviot Hills. A popular base for walking.
The Cheviot Hills – Something special for walkers. The Cheviot itself has the highest summit with stunning views.
Northumberland National Park – A fantastic location from which to explore the Cheviots.
Rothbury – A beautiful town situated in the Heart of Northumberland. Cragside House and Gardens is a must to visit.
