The most northern county in England, Northumberland, has a proud history of brewing, and a fine reputation of being the friendliest region in England. Born from the struggle of centuries of unrest between Scotland and England, Northumberland has at one time or another belonged to both countries.
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Brewing and distilling are part of Northumbrian heritage, from the monks of Lindisfarne and their famous Meade, to the organic microbreweries producing exquisite traditional ale to this day. Lindisfarne Mead brewed by the monks from local honey, is exported all over the world, but there is nothing like trying it at source, on the holy island of Lindisfarne, a tiny island only accessible by a tidal causeway from the Northumberland mainland.
Step into a county where the village pub remains the focal point of village life, and where a warm friendly welcome is always on tap. Traditional pubs are still to be found a plenty in the rolling Northumbrian countryside. Beautifully festooned with flower baskets outside and cosy corners, traditional fittings and fireplaces inside. A pub garden in Northumberland is a totally different kettle of fish to what you would expect to see in other counties… spacious, carefully maintained, and with views that will make your heart skip a beat.
For a less traditional pub experience larger market towns such as Morpeth, Alnwick, Hexham, and Berwick-upon-Tweed have both more sophisticated pub ambiances, and nightclubs. The sleek modern style of a cosmopolitan bar will still have the famous friendly Northumbrian welcome. Most Northumberland Holiday destinations have both traditional pubs, and sleek sophisticated bars, many of which are in public buildings and banks that have been given a new lease of life, while retaining all their heritage and character.
No matter where you go on a Northumberland holiday you can be sure of a great pub with a famous Northumbrian warm welcome, great food from locally sourced produce, and an amazing atmosphere.
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