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Northumberland

Northumberland attracts many tourists who come to enjoy the many attributes of the county.

You’ll find a beautiful coastline, amazing scenery, history, and culture in one of the country’s finest counties.

The area has a culture which is unique in many aspects, but also shares many traits with lowland Scotland. Northumberland is primarily rural with a very low population density, making it a fantastically peaceful location to live. The education system within Northumberland is comprehensive, with 15 state schools, one independent school and two academies.

You’ll find a beautiful coastline, amazing scenery, history, and culture in one of the country’s finest counties.

The area has a culture which is unique in many aspects, but also shares many traits with lowland Scotland. Northumberland is primarily rural with a very low population density, making it a fantastically peaceful location to live. The education system within Northumberland is comprehensive, with 15 state schools, one independent school and two academies.

Learn more about each of the five most popular places to move to in Northumberland below:

Northumberland blue skies and castle in the distance