The attractive town of Rothbury, on the edge of Northumberland National Park, lies beside the River Coquet at the foot of the Simonside Hills. The tree lined main street with interesting architecture offers some unique shops and delightful tea rooms.

The historic town of Alnwick, seat of the Duke of Northumberland, is said, by many, to be the most picturesque market town in Northumberland.

The attractive stone-built market town of Wooler is a natural gateway to the Cheviot Hills and the Northumberland National Park.

Along the Till valley lie the unspoiled villages of Ford and Etal. The ruins of Etal Castle are a reminder of border warfare long past. Heatherslaw Cornmill is powered by the rolling river and still produces excellent flour.

The abbey town of Kelso, with its picturesque cobbled square, offers some fine shops, bars and restaurants. Nearby is the magnificent Floors Castle while the River Tweed, like a shiny silk ribbon, twists its way past the castle and through the town.

As you enter Coldstream from Cornhill-on-Tweed you could even get married at the ‘Gretna of the East’ in the delightful marriage rooms. This first border town in Scotland and the original home of the Coldstream Guards has a rich history and is also home to the Earls of Home whose estate, The Hirsel, lies at the north end of the town.

Wind your way to the charming little village of Coldingham with its antique shop, quaint corner shops and pubs. Narrow streets lead you down to its beach where you step back in time viewing the gaily painted beach huts along the water’s edge.

Eyemouth is a thriving fishing village, where you can treat yourself to some freshly landed fish cooked in one of the harbour-side eateries. Smell and taste the sea as you watch the comings and goings of the colourful boats or try your hand at feeding the seals!

Amble has a delightful marina usually filled with a variety of yachts, leisure crafts and small boats, while the larger working harbour at the mouth of the River Coquet is worth a visit to check out the latest ‘catch of the day’. Amble harbour once bustled with colliers carrying coals from the great Northumberland coalfields from as early as 1239.

Drive into historic Warkworth with its medieval fortified bridge over the River Coquet and you will be charmed by this lovely village.