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Local Area and Attractions

Norham Village is located in the beautiful borders between England and Scotland, giving you lots of options whether you are just visiting the village for the day, passing through or have taken the opportunity to stay with us for a short break. Read more at Norham Life

Norham Castle

Commanding a vital ford over the River Tweed, Norham was one of the strongest of the border castles, and the most often attacked by the Scots.

Besieged at least 13 times – once for nearly a year by Robert Bruce – it was called ‘the most dangerous and adventurous place in the country’.

Cost: FREE Entry.
Opening hours: March to October.
Address:
Norham Castle, Northumberland. TD15 2JY

Berwick-upon-Tweed

Berwick-upon-Tweed is a place full of unexpected sights and un-explored places. Adventuring down alleyways, stumbling upon hidden courtyards, climbing up a sand dune, peering at medieval remains – there’s always a view you haven’t seen or a story you haven’t heard.

Commanding a vital ford over the River Tweed, Norham was one of the strongest of the border castles, and the most often attacked by the Scots.

Besieged at least 13 times – once for nearly a year by Robert Bruce – it was called ‘the most dangerous and adventurous place in the country’.

Castle Gunmakers

Game, clay and archery tuition. Deer stalking and fishing packages.

The business operates in all aspects of the industry from new, used and bespoke shotgun sales and gun repairs to sporting agency and shooting instruction. Barry, Sam and Ian take pride in delivering the highest quality of service in a friendly and professional way.

Phone: 01289 382 526
Address:
17-19 West Street, Norham, Northumberland, TD15 2LB

Local Sports Facilities

Fishing, shooting, walking, cycling, horse riding, golf and scuba diving.
Fishing permits available in the Village for Brown Trout and Grayling.

Norham is on main Cycle Route 1 & Route 68 and rides include the Torness to Norham run and the Norham to Harestanes route.

Other points of Interest

Chain Bridge Honey Farm, Lindisfarne Priory, Holy Island castle, Bamburgh Castle, Alnwick Castle and Gardens, Farne Islands, Abbotsford House, Chillingham white cattle, Heatherslaw Miniature Railway and The Maltings Theatre & Cinema.

Beautiful golden sands at Cocklawburn, St Abbs, Goswick sands and Bamburgh.