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Northumberland beach named the UK's best hidden gem for wild swimming
Little Shore in Amble has been crowned the UK's best-kept secret for an outdoor dip, topping a national list of wild swimming spots. The be…
New owners set to revitalise Newcastle's Eldon Garden shopping centre
The Eldon Garden shopping centre in Newcastle has been acquired by property specialists known for reviving retail spaces across the UK. The…
Young Gateshead cousins balance university degrees with running successful family restaurant
Ahsan Uddin and his cousin are carrying on their family's proud culinary legacy by running the popular Spice & Slice in Dunston while simul…
Morpeth Restaurant Week returns to boost local hospitality scene
Sixteen local restaurants and cafés in the Northumberland town are coming together to offer special deals starting from just £5. The event …
Award-winning Newcastle restaurant celebrates seventh anniversary with special menu
The popular Indian street food restaurant My Delhi is marking seven years in business with a limited-edition menu across its sites. The bro…
New outdoor bouldering park opens in Northumberland
Plessey Woods Country Park has introduced a series of specially constructed climbing boulders, offering a free and fun way for people of al…
Popular Gateshead bakery expands with new brunch spot on the same street
Following the huge success of their original bakery, the team behind Savour has opened a new dedicated breakfast and brunch takeaway called…
Hidden gem Italian roof garden opens for the summer in Gateshead
A popular family-run Italian restaurant in Pelaw has opened its secret roof terrace just in time for the warmer spring weather. Visitors ca…
County Durham farm shop wins fans with 'next level' peach melbas
Whiteside Farm in Burnhope has become a must-visit destination for dessert lovers thanks to its popular Holmside Fresh farm shop. Visitors …
Northumberland resident celebrates 100th birthday with tea and dancing
Margaret Grumbley marked her centenary at Woodhorn Park Care Home in Ashington surrounded by friends, family, and plenty of cake. The forme…
Classic period drama filmed in County Durham returns to BBC iPlayer
The popular Victorian-era series The Paradise, which was filmed on location at Lambton Castle, is now available to stream for free. Set in …
Earliest known English poem discovered in 1,200-year-old manuscript
A rare copy of Caedmon’s Hymn, composed by a Northumbrian cattle herder in the seventh century, has been found in a library in Rome. This s…