Northumberland Coquet Cottages Local Events Fairs and Festivals in 2007 in Northumberland

Local Events in the Area During 2008

There are a wealth of events scheduled for all areas of Northumberland in 2008 - there's something for everyone. This page will be updated as information is made available.

We provide a copy of our local weekly newspaper The Northumberland Gazette in all of our properties. As well as local news features and advertising for local places to dine, it lists many local events and activities happening over the course of the week the newspaper covers, which we may not have prior knowledge about.

Throughout the year, Alnwick Castle and Gardens has an extensive programme of events, with something to interest everyone - whatever your age or interests. Click here for the full programme and more information.

The Sage, Gateshead is an amazing music venue, which is certainly worth a visit. Whether your taste is in classical music, jazz, soul, country, folk, whatever, there's always something of interest going on there. It's such an intimate venue with no roudy crowds, a lovely bar and restaurant and the sound quality is superb. It's located on the quayside in Newcastle, alongside the Baltic Arts Centre, the Millenium Eye footbridge, the famous Tyne Bridge and everything else that this fantastic 'World Class' city has to offer. Have a look on the Sage website at their programme of events and performances, as it is worth the drive down, which will take around 45 minutes. Parking is easy in the Sage's own carpark.

Alnwick Playhouse hosts a myriad of performances for all ages and tastes and also screens current box office releases. Tel. 01665 510735 for more information.

Apologies, but we are currently working on changing the layout of this page and adding a lot more events. Please bookmark it and return soon.

May


WHEN	WHAT	WHERE
May 1-31	Keilder Wildlife Month - a month of wildlife watching opportunities in one of England's great wilderness areas. See www.visitnorthumberland.com for more details	Keilder Water and Forest Park

15 May Beamish - The Georgian Garden, Pockerley Manor

Guided walks and talks around the Georgian gardens of Pockerley Manor at Beamish Museum. See www.beamish.org.uk for more info.

SEASIDE STROLL - Saturday 17th May 2008.
Fancy a seaside stroll...? Why not join Macmillan Cancer Support and take part in our 5 mile circular route which takes in the fantastic views of the South Tyneside coastline. Join us at Souter Lighthouse and walk along the coast edge, bring the family...friends...your dog, everyone welcome. This flat but scenic route takes you down the coastline towards Frenchman's Bay, looping back up towards the lighthouse where you can explore this fantastic landmark and enjoy a much needed refreshment. For more info call Erin on 0191 214 544 or e-mail erichardson@macmillan.org.uk

TYNE STRIDE - Sunday 18th May 2008Get your walking boots on and join Macmillan and Century Radio for a walk along the River Tyne. Starting at the Baltic Art Centre and heading east this 5 mile circular route leads you back around St Peters Marina where you can stop for some light refreshments before heading back over the Millennium Bridge to Baltic Square. The route is suitable for the whole family and there will be children's activities along the way. For more information call Kelly on 0191 214 5444 or visit www.macmillan.org.uk/walkwonders

Click here for more information.

27 May Children's Gardening Day - Wallington Hall nr. Morpeth

A chance for children to learn hands on gardening from the dedicated Wallington gardeners. Tel: 01670 773600 for more info.

22 to 25 May MAY GARDEN TALK AT GERTRUDE JEKYLL GARDEN. Summer in the Jekyll garden by the Head Gardener at Lindisfarne Castle. Lindisfarne Castle and garden are approx. 1 mile walk from the car park in the village on Holy Island. Click here for more details.