Fantastic Day Trips

To the North East and little more than 1 hours drive you reach the land of the far horizons - a landscape of limitless beauty from Hadrian's Wall to the Cheviot Hills is Northumberland's greatest scenic treasure. www.northumberland-national-park.org.uk It stretches for over 60 miles from the rounded Cheviot hills which form the border with Scotland to Hadrian's Wall in the south. The Park's 398 square miles contain delightful wooded valleys and some of the finest stretches of open moorland in the country. The Authority seeks to ensure that the landscape is conserved and that adequate provision is made for the public to enjoy the beautiful countryside. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the Park but wherever you go, please always follow the Country Code. The park is divided into two main sections: High Hills Country (the Cheviot Hills) This northern part of the National Park and is dominated by the Cheviot Hills. here a walk on the open hills without a living soul for miles around makes a profound impression. There are three main Cheviot valleys of interest to the visitor: The Harthope Valley, the Breamish Valley and Coquetdale. and Reiver Country. Tynedale and Hadrian's Wall (Reiver Country) is named after the feuding border families who fought and raided each others homes in the 14th-16th centuries. The landscapes here are generally softer and more varied than in the Cheviots. Again there are three main areas of interest to the visitor: Redesdale, the North Tyne Valley, and Hadrian's Wall. Books and videos about the National Park are available from the Northumberland Virtual Gift Shop. For further information, contact the Park Authority 01434 605555.

The Scottish Borders

Covering some 1800 square miles, the Scottish Borders stretch from the rolling hills and moorland in the west, through gentle valleys to the rich agricultural plains of the east and on to the rocky Berwickshire coastline with its secluded coves and picturesque villages.

You will discover castles, abbeys, stately homes and museums illustrating the exciting and often turbulent history of the area. Celebrations of music, arts and literature, and local food and drink take place throughout the year. June and July are a great time to watch the Common Ridings. In high summer and autumn you can enjoy the attractions of sheep dog trials, Border Games and the Scottish Championship Horse Trials. The Selkirk Vintage Classic and Veteran Vehicle Show in September offers 2 days of pure nostalgia. The area offers excellent opportunities for walking, cycling, playing golf and horse riding. The River Tweed runs through the centre of the Scottish Borders. Fed by its many tributaries, it provides some of the best fishing in the country.

The Spinney Lodges are just 2 miles from the historic Royal Burgh of Jedburgh which lies 10 miles north of the border with England. In 1566 Mary Queen of Scots stayed in the town at a house which now tells the story of her tragic life. Up on a hill overlooking the town, Jedburgh Castle Jail is also open to the public as a museum. The town's red sandstone abbey on the banks of the Jed Water was founded in 1138 by David I and was pillaged and rebuilt many times. Now cared for by Historic Scotland, the abbey is open to visitors all year round and the Visitor Centre portrays its turbulent past.

Winner of the country town prize in Beautiful Scotland in Bloom, Jedburgh offers an attractive setting to follow the town trail, take a riverside walk or browse amongst the shops in the colourful renovated buildings in the Market Place and Canongate. South of the town is the award winning Jedforest Deer and Farm Park. At nearby 16th century Ferniehirst Castle, the grounds and Kerr Information Centre are open to visitors on a limited basis. Near Ancrum to the north lies Monteviot House Gardens on the banks of the river and Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre offering exhibitions and indoor or outdoor activities.

"Views of Jedbugh High street and the Abbey"  

 

 

Cumbria and the Lake District

 

Looking south from Dumfries offers an easy day trip to the heart of Cumbria and the Lake District National Park, where visitors from around the world come to visit and see the fantastic landscapes that inspired the Romantic poets such as Wordsworth and the home of Beatrix Potter that inspired her children's book illustrations. 

The stunning coastline also offers the starting point for walks and cycle rides such as the C2C. Cumbria's unique terrain also offers great outdoor pursuits including waters sports, climbing, horse riding, walking and much more. With some of the finest hotels it is one of the World's top tourist destinations.

Cumbria was formed from the old counties of Cumberland, Westmorland, and part of North Lancashire, and is now England's second largest county in size. Inside is the Lake District National Park, an area some 30 miles across, containing England's highest mountains (four over 3000 ft), and some of Englands biggest lakes, finest landscapes history, sport and culture, Cumbria has the lot. 

 

Views of Alston , Dentdale and the village of Dent  

 

 

The Beautiful Eden Valley

 

To the South you will also find the Eden valley in a tranquil corner of Cumbria - one of England’s most beautiful counties and a lovely destination for a holiday at any time of year. The clean air and dramatic landscapes will refresh, inspire and rejuvenate anyone who visits, within the beautiful Eden Valley Alston is nestled close to the English Lake District, The Yorkshire Dales National Park and the North Pennines, these 3 areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty are all easily accessable within a two-hour drive.

The valley Eden has a vast range of activities - there is so much to choose - from strenuous high mountain paths to gentle riverside strolls, plus golf, sailing, canoeing to exploring the wonderfull Eden valley towns of Appleby, Kirkby Stephen and Sedburgh.

The Eden Valley is increasingly popular with cyclists who enjoy the quiet country lanes and the famous C2C cycle-route. Despite its rural location, there are over seventy visitor attractions in Eden so whether your interests are outdoor activities, fine food, family days out or delving into the area’s unique history, you will find something to suit you.

Cumbria is a unique place of outstanding natural beauty and heritage - and you can discover the magic of the county and its secrets by visiting a wide range of attractions. From traditional museums and heritage sites to stunning landscape and coastal scenery and attraction. Cumbria has something to suit everybody's taste, whatever your age. 

 Views of Alston, Appleby and the lovely river Eden  

 

Hexham, Hadrians Wall and the Scottish Borders

 

To the East and within an easy 60 minute drive of is Hadrians wall and the old border town of Hexham the largest town in West Northumberland standing on the banks of the River Tyne. It is a very ancient ecclesiastical parish in its own right and there are many ancient spellings vaiations of the town's name including Hutoldesham, Hestoldesham, Hextoldesham and Halgutstad. One interpretation is that the names refer to the tributaries to the Tyne which run through the town.

Here you can visit the Benedictine Abbey and church rebuilt in the 12th century. Close to Hexham is the world famous Hadrian's Wall built in AD122 on the orders of the Roman Emperor Hadrian, and stretched from the East to West coasts of Britain, from Bowness on Solway in the West to Wallsend in the East. It is one of the most remarkable unique Roman monuments in the world.

Today, over 1800 years after its construction, Hadrian's Wall still offers spectacular remains for examination. When building the Wall, the Romans made use of the rugged landscape of Northumberland for defensive purposes, and the fact that the countryside has changed little since those times helps to transport the visitor back to those far-off days.In its heyday, Hadrian's Wall was garrisoned by thousands of troops, who watched over the northern horizon from turrets and milecastles placed at regular intervals along the Wall, and lived in a series of more substantial forts at strategic locations. Several of these forts are open to the visitor today, featuring substantial remains and museums and visitor centres of differing sizes and styles, giving an insight into the life lived by a soldier on Rome's northern frontier.

 

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The cottage can sleep up to 6 people with full oil fired Central heating and an oil fired stove in the lounge.

One Double bedroom with wardrobe, storage space and enough room to relax.

Two Twin bedrooms with wardrobe, storage space and enough room to relax (one downstairs) It also has a boxroom which is suitable for a cot. This room also has a chair bed which can be used for an additional child to sleep on, if required.

The main bathroom is downstairs, with toilet, wash basin, bath and electric shower over the bath. There is an additional toilet and wash hand basin upstairs.

 

The fully equipped kitchen has everything from a Microwave Oven, Oven Hob / Cooker, Fridge, Toaster, Kettle to oOther essentials such as glasses, crockery, cutlery and a corkscrew provided for your convenience The utility room houses an additional fridge freezer and a washing machine.

 

Living Room / Dining area with A dining room with a modern table, seating for six / seven people and a television. A Separate living room with comfortable sofas, television, dvd player and digi-box.

We operate a No Smoking policy in this cottage. We aim to make your visit as comfortable as possible and have equipped the cottage accordingly to make you feel at home.

 

The total package...no hidden extras

Fully inclusive includes all Gas Central Heating, Bed Linen, Towels, Dish Cloths / T-Towels, Loo Rolls and Kitchen Rolls.

 

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