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We're celebrating 70 years as a Protected Landscape! Northumberland National Park was designated a National Park in April 1956 under the National Parks and Access to the Countryside Act 1949; a pioneering piece of post-war legislation which protected the nation’s most treasured landscapes while guaranteeing public access and enjoyment. To mark this 70th year, Northumberland National Park Authority will host a year-long programme of events and activities, including: Two special exhibitions at The

The north does castles differently. . . 🏰 Northumberland has over 70 castles in its region all with immense history and tales behind them. ⠀ Bamburgh Castle was once the seat of the Kings of Northumbria, long before England existed as we know it. It later became a target during Viking incursions along this coast — a symbol of authority worth fighting for. ⠀ Further south, Dunstanburgh Castle was built on an exposed headland not for comfort, but to dominate the sea route — its isolation part of