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Ambassadors being sought to boost county's tourism industry
A training programme designed to help boost Northumberland’s tourism industry by inspiring front line staff and volunteers has been...
Sep 19, 20192 min read
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Families encouraged to get on their bikes in Northumberland
As the eyes of the cycling world fell on Northumberland, families are being encouraged to get on their bikes with the launch of a new...
Sep 11, 20191 min read
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Month to go for tourism vote deadline
The countdown is on for votes to help Northumberland retain its crown as the Best Destination in the UK. Voting for the British Travel...
Aug 28, 20192 min read
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Northumberland visitors spend £1 billion in the county during 2018
Visitor expenditure experiences 4.2% increase on spend compared to 2017 The annual Northumberland report on the economic impact of...
Aug 20, 20192 min read
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Discovering Northumberland’s historic past
Northumberland is full to the brim with hidden gems of historic knowledge if you know where to look. Fortunately, Northumberland Archives...
Aug 2, 20192 min read
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Matt Stokes: Soundmirror Exhibition
Sat 20th July – Sun 22nd September, Woodhorn Museum In Summer 2019, Museums Northumberland is thrilled to be sharing some of...
Jul 25, 20192 min read
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New wedding website goes live
The Northumberland Registration Service has unveiled a new, dynamic and exciting website that couples can use to help them throughout the...
Jul 25, 20192 min read
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Discover The Alnwick Garden’s Community spirit
It’s one of Northumberland largest visitor attractions but did you know The Alnwick Garden has a real community spirit too? As well as...
Jul 5, 20192 min read
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NORTHUMBERLAND NEEDS YOU… to Vote in The British Travel Awards!
It’s our time to shine (again) as Northumberland is in the running for the title of ‘Best UK Holiday Destination/County 2019’. Last year,...
Jul 1, 20192 min read
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Events in Northumberland receive cash boost thanks to new fund
Event organisers across Northumberland have received a cash boost thanks to a new fund launched by the County Council. The Northumberland...
Jun 26, 20192 min read
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Record-breaking rower latest to sign up to campaign
World record-breaking ocean rower Claire Hughes is the latest to sign up to the Discover our Land campaign. Claire, of Wylam,...
Jun 19, 20192 min read
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Northumberland businesses encouraged to enter new-look North East England Tourism Awards
Tourism businesses in Northumberland are being encouraged to enter the new-look North East England Tourism Awards which opened today...
Jun 6, 20192 min read
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Blyth Tall Ship crew welcomed home
The crew onboard the Blyth Tall Ship charity expedition received a warm welcome home on Saturday 1st June following an epic 10-week...
Jun 5, 20192 min read
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Discover our Land campaign spreads message to Westminster
Northumberland is open for business! That’s the message that was delivered to Westminster at a special event on Wednesday (22 May2019)....
May 26, 20192 min read
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Discover our Land campaign heads to Westminster
Northumberland is open for business! That’s the message that will be delivered to Westminster at a special event next week. Business...
May 17, 20192 min read
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Students' designwork provides shelter for Northumberland visitors
Students who designed and constructed a brand-new piece of public architecture in Northumberland have been joined by community...
May 9, 20193 min read
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Port of Blyth financial results show turnover and investment growth
The Port of Blyth has announced performance figures and financial results that confirm 2018 as another busy year and a significant one...
May 2, 20192 min read
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Local Northumberland blacksmith artists sign up to campaign
Creative local blacksmiths, Anvilman, have become the latest business to sign up to the Discover our Land campaign. The Red Row based...
Apr 16, 20192 min read
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FREE events website available for Northumberland
Event organisers across Northumberland will now be able to promote their event for free thanks to a website set up by the county council....
Apr 10, 20192 min read
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Winners of Discover our Land photo competition announced
The winners of a photo competition celebrating all that’s great about Northumberland have been announced. The competition, launched by...
Apr 5, 20192 min read
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