Northumberland has a whole host of towns and villages offering up amazing places to eat, great culture, an array of gift shops, museums and great pubs to eat and drink in. But which ones are the prettiest?
Jemima Kirkwood from Cottages in Northumberland says: “It wasn’t hard for us to pick ten Northumberland villages to fit into our top 10 prettiest, they are all so pretty.
"However, we looked at which ones had great views of the sea, beaches nearby, historic castles or attractions on site, and we also looked at things like harbours, traditional architecture and the general aesthetic of the villages in terms of layouts and colour pallettes. We are delighted with our top 10 and welcome anyone to come and experience them for themselves.”Read on to find out which villages made the cut...
"However, we looked at which ones had great views of the sea, beaches nearby, historic castles or attractions on site, and we also looked at things like harbours, traditional architecture and the general aesthetic of the villages in terms of layouts and colour pallettes. We are delighted with our top 10 and welcome anyone to come and experience them for themselves.”Read on to find out which villages made the cut...
5. Alnmouth
Set in Northumberland’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty it is no surprise this historic village is one of the prettiest. Set right on the coast it boasts views out over Alnmouth beach and the ocean beyond. Pastel coloured houses dot along the River Aln and the orange-roofed townhouses create a cheery aesthetic. The peaceful atmosphere here is reflected in its luscious green surroundings and seaside location. Photo: Jane Coltman
6. Elsdon
Elsdon is a tiny countryside village surrounded by woodland and fields. Photo: Jane Coltman
