An insiders guide to the best places to visit near Burradon Farm!
Staying at Burradon Farm Houses & Cottages puts you in the perfect spot to explore some of the North East’s most beautiful landscapes, historic landmarks and family‑friendly attractions. Whether you’re here for walking, beaches, shopping, wildlife or culture, you’ll find an incredible variety of things to do – all within easy driving distance.
To help you plan your stay, here are 30 fantastic places to visit, grouped by how far they are from Burradon Farm.
Top 10 Places to Visit Within 10 Minutes of Burradon Farm
These nearby gems are perfect for a quick outing, a morning walk, or a relaxed afternoon exploring:
1. Seaton Delaval Hall (National Trust)
A dramatic Baroque mansion with beautiful gardens, woodland walks, children’s play area and a welcoming café. A must‑see for history lovers.
2. Seaton Sluice Beach & Harbour
A beautiful long stretch of sandy beach with rockpools, clifftop walks, pubs, cafés and classic fish & chips.
3. Holywell Dene
A stunning wooded valley with streams, wildlife and shaded walking trails – ideal for dog walkers and families.
4. Milkhope Centre (Blagdon Estate)
Featuring a charming farm shop, deli, art gallery, independent shops and café showcasing the best of local Northumberland produce.
5. Hillheads Farm Shop
Fresh local fruit, veg, bakery treats and seasonal goods – perfect for stocking up during your stay. Just a 20 minute walk door-to-door along the waggonways too!
6. Newcastle Racecourse (Gosforth Park)
A premier racing venue with regular race days, events and summer concerts. The shaded woodland makes for a great dog walk too with a dog friendly pub at the centre of the park.
7. Northumberlandia (“The Lady of the North”)
‘The Lady of the North’ is an iconic land sculpture with walking trails and a café. Great views and a great photo spot.
8. Rising Sun Country Park
400 acres of woodland, lakes, wildlife hides and a family‑friendly café.
9. Weetslade Country Park
A peaceful former colliery site with hilltop views, wildlife and walking routes. Perfect for a dog friendly walk along the waggonways straight from your cottage door!
10. Silverlink Shopping Park
Shops, restaurants and a cinema – ideal for rainy days or retail therapy.
Top 10 Places to Visit Within 15 – 30 Minutes of Burradon Farm
If you’re looking to explore a little further afield, you’ll find some of the North East’s most iconic destinations within easy reach of Burradon Farm Houses & Cottages. From beaches and country parks to historic estates and vibrant city life, there’s something for everyone.
1. Newcastle upon Tyne
World‑class shopping, restaurants, theatres, museums, art galleries, nightlife and the famous Quayside. Why not visit Ouseburn or the Victoria Tunnel during your trip?!
2. Bolam Lake Country Park
Woodland walks, lakeside trails, wildlife and picnic spots – peaceful and picturesque.
3. Druridge Bay Country Park & Cresswell Beach
A beautiful lake, long sandy beach stretching as far as the eye can see, walking trails and water sports. Don’t miss a visit to The Drift, a super popular dog-friendly café at Cresswell.
4. Whitley Bay, Cullercoats & Tynemouth
Golden beaches, surf school, walking routes, independent shops and fantastic cafés.
5. Angel of the North
Antony Gormley’s iconic sculpture with panoramic views across the region.
6. Gibside (National Trust)
A historic estate with woodland walks, a chapel, walled garden, children’s play area, events and café.
7. Metrocentre (Gateshead)
One of Europe’s largest shopping centres with shops, restaurants, cinema, bowling and soft play. Perfect for rainy days and retail therapy!
8. Morpeth
A bustling market town with boutiques, antiques, shopping arcade, cafés, restaurants, boating, riverside walks and great children’s playpark complete with open air paddling pool in the summer months.
9. Whitehouse Farm Centre
A brilliant family attraction with animals, demonstrations and play areas.
10. Belsay Hall, Castle & Gardens
Explore a grand hall, medieval castle and the breathtaking quarry gardens. Pair it with a visit to Bolam Lake just 5 minutes away!
Top 10 Places to Visit Within 30 – 60 Minutes of Burradon Farm
For guests wanting to explore the wider North East and Northumberland, Burradon Farm is ideally located for some of the region’s most iconic attractions. These day trips offer history, scenery, wildlife and unforgettable experiences.
1. Beamish Museum
An immersive open‑air museum bringing 1820s, 1900s and 1940s North East life to life. Beamish is a super-popular day trip for our guests, buy one ticket and visit as much as you like during your stay!
2. Hadrian’s Wall
A world‑famous Roman frontier with forts, museums and dramatic landscapes. Don’t miss The Sill National Landscape Discovery Centre – where you will find inspiration to go out and explore the beautiful landscape, history, culture and heritage of Northumberland.
3. Cragside (National Trust)
A Victorian mansion set within lakes, woodland and spectacular gardens.
4. Amble Harbour Village & Marina
Visit the working harbour with it’s popular shopping pods, seafood, cafés, artisan icecream parlour, boat trips and the scenic Bord Waalk trail.
5. Wallington (National Trust)
A historic house with a walled garden, woodland walks, lakes and an excellent play area.
6. Thrunton Woods
Pine forests, crags and panoramic views – off the beaten track, a favourite for walkers and photographers.
7. Alnwick Castle & Alnwick Gardens
A magical day out with Harry Potter filming locations, a medieval fortress and world‑class gardens. Little adventurers will adore Lilidorei, the world’s largest play structure which can be found at Alnwick Gardens!
8. Durham City
A UNESCO World Heritage Site with magnificent cathedral, castle, riverside walks and cobbled streets.
9. Kirkley Hall Zoological Gardens
A small zoo with woodland walks and adventure activities. The zoo is the main centre where animal care students train while studying animal management courses. Boasting over 100 different species for you to learn about, ranging from lemurs and alpacas, to armadillos and monkeys.
10. Bamburgh Castle, Village & Beach
Just over an hour away – but absolutely worth it. One of the UK’s most iconic castles overlooking a breathtakingly vast sandy beach.
There’s SO much more to experience during your stay with us – why not visit our blog or Facebook pages for more inspiration!