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North Northumberland ...Make Shepherds Cottage or The Bothy your base to explore the 'Secret Kingdom'. We are situated just a few minutes away from the magiificent Heritage Coastline with miles of unspoilt beaches and some of the most beautiful scenery in the UK. Our region, quite rightly, has been designated 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty'. You will find something for everybody with a whole range of activiites on the coast or in the glorious countryside including the Cheviot Hills.
A little further north along the coastline will bring you to Holy Island, where the Lindisfarne Priory, Holy Island Castle and the St Aidan’s mead winery can be found. The island is accessible only at low tide via a causeway. To the south of the county you will find Hadrian's Wall, a 'World Heritage' site and to the north the Scottish Borders all steeped in history and a reminder of the regions turbulent past. Alnwick Castle, the home of the Duke of Northumberland, is probably the best known of a You will find activities to suit every taste from walking in the Cheviot Hills, golf ( there are ten superb golf courses all within easy driving distance), river and sea fishing, cycling, bird watching the list is endless and you will always find something to entertain you on your visit to this magnificient area of of the UK. You will find ample tourist material in our accommodation to help you discover the local area and Beryl and Derek your hosts are always on hand to point you in the right direction!
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The Northumberland coastline with its offshore islands is a haven for
birdwatchers. Seahouses is just few minutes drive away and from there you can take a boat trips to the bird and seal colonies on the Farne Islands. You will also find the Longstone Lighthouse on the islands whcih is famous for a dramatic sea rescue by Grace Darling our local heroine.
host of magnificent castles. It has been made even more famous by the recent 'Harry Potter' films being used as the backdrop for 'Hogwarts' the home of Harry Potter and his friends. The recently opened Alnwick Gardens at the castle are becoming one of the top tourist attractions in the region. The stunning Bamburgh castle and the ruined Dunstanburgh Castle are on our doorstep both offering spectacular backdrops to the sandy beaches below them. 