Northumberland is a region of England, which is located in the northeastern part of the country. It shares its boundary with Cumbria in the west, County Durham in the south, and Tyne and Wear in the south east. Witness to a rich history of battles between

England and Scotland in the past, Northumberland is one of the frequented vacationing spots in the world today. A land of castles, golden sandy beaches, quaint towns and villages, this English locale is far away from the hustle and bustle of busy city life. For spending a lovely vacation in this blessed land, book one of the holiday cottages Northumberland that has all the facilities required for a complete vacation.

The areas of Warkworth, Alnwick, Dunstanburgh, and Bamburgh are known for their wide array of beguiling castles that takes one on a tour of antiquity. A visit to the Northumberland National Park will be worthwhile that covers the area between the northern Scottish Border and the southern Hadrian's Wall. Surrounded by rolling hills to moorland, this park is a gem of the region. The countryside is ideal for outdoor activities such as walking, bird-watching, golfing, fishing, and cycling. On a visit to Hexham, you will arrive at the historic Hexham Old Gaol where you can discover the history of the prison as well as the Border Reivers. There are several excellent holiday cottages to rent in Northumberland, booking of which will help you to conveniently access these numerous places.

The gastronomy of the region is primarily seafood based. Savor the extremely delicious Craster Kippers or a platter of oysters and crabs, a highly refined taste is what you will get dining at any of the local restaurants. Shoppers will surely have a pleasurable time shopping at the numerous shopping centers and the farmers' markets of the region. From amazing arts and crafts to sophisticated antique items, you will get everything over here. Most of the shops are located in the areas of Morpeth, Alnwick, Hexham, and Corbridge. Besides, the region is always full of energy that is quite evident from the host of fairs and festivals that this region celebrates. Notable among them are the Berwick Border Green Festival, Otterburn Festival, Slaley Agricultural Show, etc. Holiday homes in Northumberland face a major rush during these festivals.