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By caring for our unique surroundings today, we can continue to enjoy them for years to come.

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Harden Quarry excavation featuring on BBC Two's Digging for Britain
YouTube video by Northumberland National Park Harden Quarry excavation featuring on BBC Two's Digging for Britain

Archaeologists at Harden Quarry have uncovered a 360Β° Bronze Age landscape - houses, fields and a two‑phase burial cairn with an intact cremation pot.
A huge leap forward for Cheviots prehistory.
See more on this week's #DiggingForBritain.
youtube.com/shorts/WC36Y...

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26.01.2026 13:33 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Whilst delivering a dark skies Green Pathways session in Otterburn for North Tyne Youth, our project officer Julie snapped this picture of the Aurora Borealis alongside a flare from MOD exercises.

08.12.2025 12:30 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Have you packed your raincoat for this weekend? Be #AdventureSmart and make sure you are prepared for the Park this weekend, no matter the weather.

-wear appropriate clothing
-bring a spare change of clothes
-wear suitable footwear for your route

Enjoy your visit!

07.12.2025 10:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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'Breathtaking' Northumberland crowned England's top holiday destination for 2026 Travel experts have ranked the North East county as the second-best staycation location in the UK thanks to its 'idyllic' countryside and coastline

Not to mention its pristine dark skies.

And we couldn't agree more, these images sum up why it's such a stunning place to visit.
Read the full article below⬇️

www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/tra...

06.12.2025 13:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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'Breathtaking' Northumberland crowned England's top holiday destination for 2026 Travel experts have ranked the North East county as the second-best staycation location in the UK thanks to its 'idyllic' countryside and coastline

Travel experts at Sykes Holiday Cottages singled out Northumberland National Park in particular as a "wonderful place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life" stating, it's a haven for wildlife watchers, history lovers and keen hikers, with endless hidden gems to discover.

06.12.2025 13:01 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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In recent analysis, the North East been recognised as the top destination in England for a no fuss, stunning break away!

06.12.2025 13:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Check out this unbe-leaf-able photo!

Ranger Shaun snapped this wonderful image of a lone oak tree hanging on to its leaves a little longer than its neighbours. This photo was taken in the Harthope Valley, the starting point for many inspiring walks up onto the Cheviot Hills.

05.12.2025 17:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Working for Northumberland National Park means getting to work in all weathers. Check out this stunning snowy photo of Greenlee Lough that our ecologist Gill took while investigating mire and discussing management options with colleagues to restore it.

04.12.2025 14:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Are you looking to improve your navigation skills in situations with poor visibility? Come join us for our night time navigation sessions at Walltown over winter.

Book your place now via the β€˜What’s On’ page on our website.

02.12.2025 12:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Turn a simple stroll into a wonderful adventure by taking on our guided walks this winter! Follow our knowledgeable guides for a scenic trip around an area of the National Park, exploring its beauty, serenity and secrets.

To book your place, visit the 'What's On' page on our website.

01.12.2025 16:30 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Absolutely breathtaking!

We can't get enough of these snow-covered photos of Northumberland National Park. This amazing photo was snapped by ranger Sally whilst on footpath patrol with ranger Oscar near Alnham.

30.11.2025 10:00 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Why are hedgerows making a comeback in Northumberland National Park?

They’re more than just boundaries -they’re biodiversity hotspots, soil protectors, and climate champions. This #NationalTreeWeek, discover how two inspiring projects are reviving traditional skills and transforming the landscape

27.11.2025 12:01 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We're in the College Valley for our next place to highlight this #NationalTreeWeek. The trees at the north end of the valley are known as the Collingwood Oaks. They were planted by the wife of Vice-Admiral Lord Collingwood, who took command of the fleet after Nelson died at the Battle of Trafalgar.

25.11.2025 12:02 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It's #NationalTreeWeek! This week, we are focusing on special trees and woodlands in Northumberland National Park. For our first stop, we are headed to the Hareshaw Linn woodland, an ancient woodland and a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), designated for its rare ferns and lichen.

24.11.2025 13:02 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Great you're planning on heading to the National Park today, but have you checked the weather?

Be #AdventureSmart and check the weather forecast for your plans before you set off. Bear in mind that if you are climbing up hills, the weather can be different up on the top compared to your start point

23.11.2025 10:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Please remember to be #AdventureSmart when visiting the National Park this weekend. With colder weather its important to:

- wrap up warm
- tell people where you are going
- make sure you have the appropriate gear

22.11.2025 10:01 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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'Bastle' - a β€˜fortified farmhouse’. It comes from the French word β€˜bastille’ meaning stronghold. Owners would take refuge from the raids from the Border Reivers and soldiers, housing livestock on the lower floor and living above them.

On your next visit, stop by Woodhouses Bastle near Harbottle.

20.11.2025 12:01 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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There's snow place like home! This chilly picture was taken from Brocolitia this morning in the Hadrian's Wall area of the National Park.

If you still plan on visiting the Park today remember to be #AdventureSmart.

19.11.2025 10:45 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Due to the Cloudflare global outage, our online events booking service is temporarily unavailable, which means none of our events can be booked presently. We’ll update again when it’s working. We apologise for any inconvenience.

18.11.2025 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In classic Northumberland fashion, we were pleasantly surprised with blue skies over the weekend following a pretty damp and dreary week. This photo of the Breamish Valley was snapped by one of our volunteers, Alan, out on his welcome patrol.

18.11.2025 13:01 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Today is #NationalHikingDay! Getting out and about in Northumberland National Park is not only a great way to keep fit and improve wellbeing, but also a chance to connect with nature and take a moment to be present in the outdoors.

17.11.2025 16:45 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Thinking of hitting the trails in Northumberland National Park this weekend? Remember to bring your walking boots and waterproofs, and check the weather forecast before you leave. Please be #AdventureSmart so you can have an enjoyable day out in theΒ National Park.

16.11.2025 10:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Northumberland National Park is known for its pristine dark skies, making it the perfect setting to host an award-winning astronomy photography exhibition at The Sill!

The exhibition is free to view and opens this Saturday 15 November. Come visit The Sill this weekend!

14.11.2025 13:00 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Get ahead with your Christmas Shopping and join us at The Sill this weekend for our spectacular Christmas Fair!

Our two-day fair takes place from 10am-4pm on the 15 & 16 November, where you can meet local makers and producers from across the North East, and check out stalls with festive food!

13.11.2025 12:01 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Huge congrats to 13-year-old Luke Hedley!
Awarded the British Citizen Youth Award for raising Β£1,700+ for Northumberland National Park Mountain Rescue Team by 3D-printing safety whistles!
With support from Northumberland staff & volunteers, Luke’s whistles reached visitors across the world.

11.11.2025 11:02 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Are you looking to develop your knowledge or take the next step up in your planning career? We have two available roles in our planning and policy team at Northumberland National Park Authority.

To find out more about these roles and to apply, visit the 'Jobs' page on our website.

10.11.2025 12:01 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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To find out more about how you can start your career in the green sector, visit the 'Green Pathways' page on our website.

05.11.2025 12:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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