Here’s one for all the Mamas and Papas…

Take a stroll through Northumberland's beautiful countryside or along our spectacular beaches. One of our guests took this fabulous photo, a stunning walk from our cottages, thanks Jane. If you want to be part of an organised walk you can't get better than "Strolls With Poles", check out their website at https://strollswithpoles.com/. Please let them know we sent you their way :-).

Iain, one of our guests staying in the Gardener’s Cottage, sent these fabulous photo’s and a map of a bike ride he did starting right from his cottage. Thanks Iain.

Joe from The Painted Cup at Powburn Show 2024 serving the best coffee in Northumberland.

A great day out at Aln Valley Railway; ride on a steam train, museum, model railway, children’s playground, cafe and more…….

https://www.alnvalleyrailway.co.uk/upcoming-events/

Pat O June 2024; “Five Star Hosts & Accommodation. The Coach House is definitely worth more than 5 * it was simply superb. The setting and the views plus quality furnishings and accessories made this an outstanding place to stay. Richard and Fiona were excellent hosts, warm and friendly and full of useful information to make our stay memorable. Added touches like accepting our online shopping and putting it away for us so that when we arrived everything was in place were really appreciated. The views from the lounge window of Hares running and playing plus Oyster Catchers and Deer wandering around made a lasting impression. Location of the cottage is ideal for all the tourist sites in the area and Richard and Fiona are knowledgable enough to offer advice of unusual interesting places to visit. There are plenty of good eating places a short drive away but the coach house also has everything needed to cook if preferred. A highly recommended place to stay.”

During your stay with us why not check out Alnwick Playhouse, a fantastic local Theatre and Cinema. A full list of “What’s on” can be found here: https://alnwickplayhouse.co.uk/. Alnwick also has a great selection of restaurants & pubs to complete a special night.

Once in Alnwick why not hop on and off the free Alnwick Attractions Tour Bus. See attractions; Alnwick Playhouse, Alnwick Castle, Gardens and Lilidorei, Aln Valley Railway, Barter Books, Hotspur Tower, Market Place and the Bailiffgate Museum. Beautiful walks and plenty of places to eat and drink and shops to browse.

We are pleased to announce that we will be switching to Ringtons tea and instant coffee very soon, a range of different teas and coffee’s (including decaffeinated). They all taste amazing and this North East brand, formed in 1907, fits well with our approach to select local produce. We are sure you will taste the difference.

Here’s some of our top picks for our local show season this year…

We are proud to announce our first Broomstick Flying Graduate, congratulations Julie! Feedback from the Alnwick Castle trainers was that Julie was very studious and a natural, picking up the ancient craft of broomstick flying with ease. We advise all our guests that this course is a must as it allows for return stays from anywhere in the world in double quick time. Julie, we look forward to seeing you again soon. For further details on how to learn to fly please contact us via our website or social media.