Northumberland - Bamburgh Castle & Cragside - Mon 7th Sept 2026

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We are delighted to be travelling back to the magical North East of England. 

Well worth the journey. The spectacular coastline, with wide open beaches and rocky outcrops, is home to a number of magnificent castles built to see off the threat of invaders from the sea. This is an area where history really comes alive. We include 2 of the top visitor attractions in this region - the mighty Bamburgh Castle and the fascinating Cragside Estate plus a coastal tour with our local guide. 

The sparsely populated and rugged countryside, dotted with market towns where the houses are built from stone, is a wonderful counterpoint to our superb city centre hotel. We return to the excellent 4* Copthorne Hotel, beautifully situated in the heart of Newcastle. Superb quality throughout and a great position for exploring the attractions of this lively and fun city!

Don't miss it - one of our best!

This hotel has been awarded a Travellers' Choice 2025 Award - meaning they consistently earn great reviews from travellers and are ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor for enjoyment and value for money.

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DAY 1
Collected from your local pick up point around 6.30/7.45am - step onboard your top quality modern touring coach for a comfortable journey to the North East of England. We have comfort stops during the day, including an extended stop at lunchtime, before arriving at the hotel late afternoon. Settle into your room and enjoy the atmosphere of the hotel before dinner – 3 courses with choice of menu throughout your stay.

DAY 2
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast with a free day in Newcastle. Explore the city’s rich heritage along the iconic Quayside, where striking modern architecture meets historic bridges over the River Tyne. Enjoy time to wander through Grainger Town, admire the elegant Grey Street, and perhaps visit the impressive Newcastle Castle for sweeping city views. Browse the lively markets, relax in stylish cafés, or stroll through the BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art. With its mix of culture, history, and friendly northern charm, Newcastle promises a memorable and inspiring day for visitors of all interests. Easy access to all the sights from our city centre hotel.

DAY 3
A wonderful excursion today plus we are joined by our excellent local guide for an enjoyable commentary. Departing Newcastle, we head out to the coast and go north, enjoying the stunning country and coastline. We should include views of Whitely Bay, Amble, Warkworth and Seahouses with a wonderful commentary along the way! In the afternoon we arrive at Bamburgh, where the majestic castle rises dramatically above golden beaches and rolling dunes. Step inside this iconic fortress to discover grand halls, fascinating artefacts, and stories of knights and kings. Enjoy plenty of time here before reboarding the coach and heading back to the hotel late afternoon. This excursion captures the very essence of Northumberland’s coastal heritage — a day rich in history, breathtaking scenery, and timeless charm. Perfect for lovers of history, nature, and England’s rugged beauty. Entrance included.

DAY 4
After a relaxed breakfast at the hotel we board the coach. Enjoy the typical Northumberland countryside on route to the stunning National Trust property, Cragside. This extraordinary country house & estate was the residence of famous Victorian inventor, Lord Armstrong and was the first in the world lit by hydroelectricity. Man-made lakes, tumbling waterfalls and gardens combine to form the surrounding fantasy mountain landscape imagined and engineered by inventor and arms manufacturer Lord Armstrong and his wife Lady Margaret. Wander amongst the towering trees in the Pinetum, explore the weaving paths and tumbling cascades in the Rock Garden and witness the changing seasons in the Formal Gardens. Entrance fee included. NT member discount - £20. Amazing house and gardens to discover. May need your walking shoes for this one - some bits are steep!

DAY 5
After breakfast, sadly we leave the 'toon' behind and head south. Relax in comfort plus we have stops during the journey including a longer stop for lunch. Returning to the local area around 7.00pm.

Meal plan - Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

4* Copthorne Hotel - Newcastle

Consistently a popular hotel with our customers - so we return! Excellent city centre spot with a waterside location offering easy access to all the main attractions. This modern quality hotel offers all the facilities of a modern hotel. With a contemporary décor throughout - enjoy the riverside location from the Quay 7 restaurant or a drink on the outside terrace. Add to this high standards of service from the staff and you have the recipe for a nice break away. 

The bedrooms are a good size with comfortable beds and modern bathrooms – shower over bath combination (walk in showers not available) , large flat screen TV, air conditioning, telephone, safe and tea/coffee makers. WiFi extra charge in room. Lifts to all floors.  

A QUALITY 4* HOTEL - APPROVED BY OUR CUSTOMERS!

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