This blog is for lovers of the wonderful and historic counties of Northumberland, Durham and Tyne and Wear
If you are looking for inspiration as to where to visit here it is!
Sheila Bull writes about unusual and intriguing aspects of our Borderlands.
Her particular passion for Northumberland stems from her ownership and management of Chatton Cottages, two lovely self-catering cottages set in rural Northumberland, North East England.
Heart of Lanchester Cottage is next to the village green at the centre of our bustling Durham village, about 8 miles from Durham City. The cottage has recently undergone renovation and provides high quality accommodation for up to 3 visitors. A fabulous location to enjoy both Durham County and near Tynedale as well as the cities of Tyne and Wear.
Yew Tree Cottage is a charming period property nestling in a picturesque hamlet known as Broomhaugh, next to Riding Mill, Northumberland. The cottage is well-placed to give convenient access to the many attractions of the Tyne Valley and Hadrian's Wall Country.
Both cottages are cleaned and maintained by the owner - who is very 'hands on' and will go that 'extra mile' to ensure your comfort..
High Force waterfall is one of the great sights in Durham County.
Located within the N Pennines area of outstanding natural beauty and here seen with the River Tees in spate the falls are 21m high.
Visitors are very welcome.
This is a lovely area for walking and the geology and flora are of special interest.
There is is well-maintained car park and picnic site.
Open between 10am and 5pm (4 in winter).
Duddo Stone circle is one of the lesser known attractions of Northumberland.
This spookily romantic ancient site is about four miles from the Scottish border.
Most people know about 'cup and ring' markings on rocks in the area - the prehistoric rock art found throught Northern Europe.
However there are stone circles to be found in Northumberland too.
Duddo Five Stones is the name sometimes used for these rocks and up until the early 1900's there were only four pieces of stone - a fifth was re-erected.
In 1237 Thomas Melsonby was elected Bishop by the monks of Durham.
However his appointment was blocked by King Henry III.
The king maintained that Melsonby was unfit for office and accused him of “breaking his vows, being an infringer of the liberties of the church, being diseased in body, and being guilty of the misuse of church funds and selling church favours”.
The king also alleged that Melsonby was born out of wedlock and to cap it all he was guilty of murder.
Once the haunt of smugglers and pirates the village of Spittal is just on the south side of the River Tweed next to Tweedmouth.
If you’re travelling from the north across the Tweed Bridge look eastwards and you can spot a lone tall chimney, a landmark feature marking the edge of the village at the seaside.
Here lies one of Northumberland’s best kept secrets.
A wonderful sandy beach crossed by quaint breakwaters – perfect for walkers and especially those with dogs.
7 Church View, Lanchester, County Durham, DH7 0ES
Broomhaugh, Riding Mill, Northumberland, NE44 6EG
We welcome any enquiry you have about our wonderful self-catering holiday cottages. You can book our cottage via our website or contact us with any questions about our cottage facilities, late holiday availability or to find out what is on in the Northumberland region.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Mobile: 07770253586
Email: info@chattoncottages.co.uk
Holiday Cottage - Sleeps 3 - High Quality Holiday Accommodation.
Heart of Lanchester Cottage, 7 Church View, Lanchester, County Durham, DH7 0ES
tel: 07770 253586
mail@heartoflanchester.co.uk
Beautiful Northumbria Holiday Cottage.
Yew Tree Cottage, Broomhaugh, Riding Mill, Northumberland, NE44 6EG
tel: 07770 253586
mail@yewtreecottageridingmill.co.uk