The Country Park consists of a large lake surrounded by woodland and grassland.
It was created from restored land that was once the site of a colliery spoil heap.
Open at all times.
www.northumberland.gov.uk
A mining museum located at the former Woodhorn colliery which closed in 1981.
Explore original colliery buildings to discover more about the workings of the site and stories of the miners.
Gallery showing works by the Pitmen Painters of Ashington. Café. Events programme.
Open WThFSSu (Daily in school holidays) 1000-1600.
www.northeastmuseums.org.uk/woodhorn
Created from an open-cast mine site, the reserve is near the coast and attracts a wide variety of birds all year.
Wildflowers, butterflies and dragonflies can be seen in the summer months. 1½ miles circular trail around the reserve.
Bird-watching hides. Visitor Centre and café. Picnic area. Admission free, donations welcome.
Open Daily 0900-1700.
www.nwt.org.uk
Bus X20 from Bus Station (¼ mile from Railway Station) to opposite Hauxley Road End
(a few minutes after Hadston) then 1¼ miles walk. 40 minutes journey, M-S hourly.
Operated by Arriva.
The formidable medieval Warkworth Castle was the home of the powerful Percy family, Earls of Northumberland, who were
often at war with the Scots or English kings. The towered walls are almost intact and there are good views from the top of the Keep.
The Duke's Rooms have been restored to show how they were lavishly decorated. Trails and sculptures in the grounds
explain events in the castle's history. A ¾ mile riverside walk and ferry lead to the Hermitage.
Open Apr-Oct, Daily 1000-1700. Nov-Mar, see website. Hermitage open on selected days.
www.english-heritage.org.uk
Bus X20 from Bus Station (¼ mile from Railway Station) to Warkworth Market Place,
50 minutes journey, M-S hourly.
Operated by Arriva.
Buses also operate from
Morpeth.
Allow time to explore the attractive village of Warkworth which retains its medieval layout
and bridge over the River Coquet. Warkworth's sandy beach is ¾ mile from the Market Place.
