And with the weather forecast to be mainly sunny and dry this weekend, there are a range of woodland walk options to choose from in the county.
These walks offer a mix of popular destinations, complete with handy facilities to get your compulsory tea or coffee, and some quieter routes to take in the peace and tranquillity.
So, grab your walking boots and make the most of the crisp fresh air at one of these 11 beautiful autumn walk locations in Northumberland.
9. Hepburn Wood
Hepburn Wood, near Chatton, offers broad, sweeping vistas across the Northumberland countryside. Photo: Google
10. Wooler Common
Wooler Common and Woodland Park. Photo: Ken Bagnall - Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0 Generic license vie Geograph
11. Berwick
In Berwick-upon-Tweed there's a lovely riverside walk from the Old Bridge to the Royal Border Bridge and beyond to Askew's Walk or through the woodland. Photo: Ian Smith