Saturday 11th September, 2010

Visit this traditional agricultural show in the heart of the beautiful Cheviot Hills and National Park of Northumberland.  Sheep classes, Horticulture, Handicrafts, Pony Sports,  dog rally and famous Ingram hill race  - fun for all.  A selection of cottages are still available for this period. 

Alnwick Sheepdog Trials

On Thursday 19th – Saturday 21st August

The International Sheep Dog Society is pleased to return to Alnwick Castle in Northumberland for the English National Sheepdog Trials.

Alnmouth Estuary

Once again everyones looking forward to the Alnmouth Raft Race.
The race will be on August 21st starting at–1.30pm– for juniors and — 2.30pm– for adults

As in previous years, the popular fancy dress charity event which takes place in the Aln estuary. this year we will raising funds for the RNLI/Amble lifeboats and the Air Ambulance. Read More »

A stress busting holiday is guaranteed at Howlett Meadow & Orchard Cottages as you can book spa treatments and hot tub sessions in the summerhouse, or fish in the nearby river!

Situated close to the picturesque Northumberland village of Warkworth both properties have recently been furnished and equipped to a very high standard and offer extremely spacious accommodation. Each has two bedrooms, log fire and an open courtyard, BBQ; children’s play area and secure parking. They can be booked individually or together for larger parties.

It’s a ten minute stroll to the centre of the village along the River Coquet, past the medieval castle, where you will find a good selection of pubs and restaurants.

Howlett Orchard Cottage

Prices for a week’s stay are from £275 per property, for full details contact Northumbria Coast & Country Cottages on 01665 830783 or visit: www.northumbria-cottages.co.uk

Once again the village of Hauxley will be holding its annual Fun Day starting at 11 am on Bank Holiday Monday 31st August.

There will be something for everyone from the tasty BBQ, with the now famous Hauxley roast pork buns, to the bouncy castle for the kids. The bric a brac stall will be full of many bargains, the ever popular cake stall (always the first to sell out, so be early!), tombola and money tombola, face painting, china smashing, the coconut shy, and the local treasure hunt.

Teas and refreshments will be served in the hall. If you’re thirstier, the bar will be available with draught beer from Wylam Brewery as well as wine and soft drinks. To cool down, the ice cream van will be on site. There will be a pet competition so bring along your favourite pet and see if you can win a prize. The children can let their imaginations run wild on the beach by entering the sand castle competition. Everyone can try the ‘feat of strength’ see if you can ring the bell.

Local musicians LUSH Acoustic will provide a range of music all day, so you can relax over a drink and enjoy the songs. And don’t forget to buy your raffle tickets as there are some good cash prizes to be won.

If you plan to stay in the area around the fun day, then Northumbria Coast & Country Cottages has a number of suitable properties to rent nearby including Sanderling Cottage in Druridge Bay, a 3 bedroom cottage with sea views.  More information at www.northumbria-cottages.co.uk.