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Northumberland National Park

National Park · England, 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Population 1,848
Area 1,044 km²
Time zone Europe/London
Official website www.northumberlandnationalpark.org.uk
Northumberland National Park

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Northumberland National Park Essentials

Northumberland National Park encompasses the central section of Hadrian’s Wall, featuring well-preserved Roman forts like Housesteads and Vindolanda. To the north, the Cheviot Hills offer granite peaks and the 18-metre Linhope Spout waterfall. The park is a designated International Dark Sky Park, providing clear visibility of the Milky Way. Historical sites range from the medieval ruins of Harbottle Castle to the Roman Temple of Mithras at Carrawburgh. Scenic highlights include the dramatic dolerite cliffs of Steel Rigg and the ancient woodland trail of Hareshaw Linn.

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Ancient Monuments & Ruins

This collection spans millennia of Northumberland's history, from the Iron Age ramparts of Great Hetha Hillfort to the defensive structures of the Roman frontier. It highlights key sections of Hadrian's Wall, including the 3rd-century Temple of Mithras and the strategic heights of Walltown Crags. The list also features medieval architecture, such as the salvaged stones of Thirlwall Castle and the 16th-century Black Middens Bastle, alongside unique 18th-century landmarks like Sharpe's Folly. These sites offer a detailed look at the region's ancient military and domestic life.

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Hadrian's Wall Highlights

Explore the best-preserved sections of Hadrian's Wall spanning the rugged landscape of Northumberland. This collection includes Housesteads Roman Fort, known for its complete layout and ancient communal latrines, and Vindolanda, where excavations reveal daily life through famous writing tablets. The list also features the Carrawburgh Temple of Mithras, well-preserved turrets, and the dramatic elevation changes of Walltown Crags, showcasing the strategic ingenuity of the Roman Empire's northern frontier.

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Historic Churches and Chapels

This collection highlights the diverse ecclesiastical heritage of Northumberland, ranging from medieval parish churches to 19th-century chapels. Key sites include St Cuthbert's in Elsdon, a historic resting place for the saint’s body, and the 13th-century St Michael and All Angels in Alnham. The architecture spans Romanesque and Gothic styles, featuring unique elements like elevated chancels and rare stone carvings that reflect the region’s long Christian history and border traditions.

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Peaks and Viewpoints

This collection traverses the high ground of Northumberland National Park, from the volcanic mass of The Cheviot to the dramatic Whin Sill escarpment at Steel Rigg. It highlights the Anglo-Scottish border at Carter Bar and the Iron Age hillfort atop Yeavering Bell. These summits offer vantage points over the Simonside Hills and the remote valleys of the Cheviots, featuring geological landmarks like the Drake Stone and historic mountain passes that have shaped the border's history.

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Northumberland National Park — Map

Northumberland National Park — Map

Climate & when to visit

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Typical weather in January

Poor
  • 4° (feels like -2°) · extremes -4°–9°
  • 0° at night
  • 17 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 2 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 0 · low
  • 7 hours of daylight

Typical weather in February

Poor
  • 5° (feels like -1°) · extremes -4°–9°
  • 0° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 1 sunny day
  • 3 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 1 · low
  • 9 hours of daylight

Typical weather in March

Poor
  • 7° (feels like 1°) · extremes -3°–12°
  • 1° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 3 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 1 · low
  • 12 hours of daylight

Typical weather in April

Poor
  • 10° (feels like 5°) · extremes -2°–15°
  • 2° at night
  • 14 rainy days
  • 5 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 3 · moderate
  • 14 hours of daylight

Typical weather in May

Poor
  • 13° (feels like 9°) · extremes 0°–18°
  • 5° at night
  • 16 rainy days
  • 5 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 4 · moderate
  • 16 hours of daylight

Typical weather in June

Fair
  • 16° (feels like 12°) · extremes 4°–21°
  • 8° at night
  • 17 rainy days
  • 3 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 4 · moderate
  • 17 hours of daylight

Typical weather in July

Fair
  • 17° (feels like 15°) · extremes 6°–22°
  • 10° at night
  • 19 rainy days
  • 2 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 4 · moderate
  • 17 hours of daylight

Typical weather in August

Fair
  • 17° (feels like 14°) · extremes 6°–21°
  • 9° at night
  • 18 rainy days
  • 2 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 3 · moderate
  • 15 hours of daylight

Typical weather in September

Fair
  • 15° (feels like 11°) · extremes 4°–19°
  • 8° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 2 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 2 · low
  • 12 hours of daylight

Typical weather in October

Poor
  • 11° (feels like 6°) · extremes 1°–15°
  • 5° at night
  • 18 rainy days
  • 2 sunny days
  • 3 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 1 · low
  • 10 hours of daylight

Typical weather in November

Poor
  • 7° (feels like 2°) · extremes -2°–12°
  • 3° at night
  • 18 rainy days
  • 1 sunny day
  • 2 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 0 · low
  • 8 hours of daylight

Typical weather in December

Poor
  • 5° (feels like -1°) · extremes -4°–10°
  • 1° at night
  • 18 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 1 hour of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 0 · low
  • 7 hours of daylight

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
British Pound GBP £ · Card payments · Widely accepted
Emergency numbers
999 Police · Ambulance · Fire brigade
Electricity
Type G
230 V · 50 Hz
Languages
English
Tap water
Safe to drink
Driving side
Left
Calling code
+44
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Tours & Activities

Hadrian's Wall
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Housesteads Roman Fort - Hadrian's Wall
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Roman Vindolanda

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