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Crafting Christmas: Northumberland's Christmas Wreath Workshops 2025
The festive season is drawing near, and what better way to welcome the magic of Christmas than by creating your very own stunning wreath? Wreath-making workshops have become a beloved tradition, offering the perfect blend of creativity, festive cheer, and social connection. From rustic woodland-inspired designs to glamorous contemporary creations, these workshops are more popular than ever. Book early – they sell out faster than Santa can say "Ho ho ho!" 🎄✨! #supportsmallbu

Coastal Custodian
Nov 61 min read


The Ultimate Guide to Christmas Markets in Northumberland 2025
Get ready to sleigh the holiday season with Northumberland's most magical Christmas markets and events.Take a read of this years Ultimate Guide to Christmas Markets across the region this festive season. Are you making a list of ones to visit we would love to know in the comments and if you find this blog useful with your festive planning. #supportsmallbusiness #shoplocal #christmasmarkets Always check individual venues and events before travelling and planning your visit for

Coastal Custodian
Nov 52 min read


Capture Your Northumberland Holiday Memories with Art by Joanne Wishart
Located in the charming coastal town of Cullercoats, award-winning local artist Joanne Wishart is transforming the way we cherish our...

Coastal Custodian
Jul 162 min read


Market Days In Northumberland
Northumberland is the perfect place for a unique shopping experience with many historic outdoor markets and is renowned for its fresh...

Coastal Custodian
Jun 303 min read


Fish & Chips in Northumberland
Looking for some fantastic fish& chips along the Northumberland Coast …

Coastal Custodian
Mar 182 min read


Best Sunday lunches in Northumberland 2025
It is widely believed that the people’s love of beef began during the reign of King Henry the VII in 1485. His Yeomen Warders – the royal...

Coastal Custodian
Jan 8, 202423 min read


Explore, Relax, Repeat ... A Craster Retreat
Coastal walks along endless stretches of almost empty beaches with uninterupted views of the rugged Northumberland coastline. Castles and...

Coastal Custodian
Nov 30, 20235 min read


Luxury Shepherd Hut Stay, Northumberland
The Foxes Den, Lucker Shepherd huts were originally conceived a few hundred years ago in the late 16th century and strangely as suggested...

Coastal Custodian
Jul 23, 20233 min read


Snowdrops in Northumberland
Snowdrops are the first signs of the Spring, so if you’re looking to get out and about this February take a look at some of the best...

Coastal Custodian
Feb 3, 20232 min read


Keeping your dog calm this Autumn - Bonfire Night
Whilst fireworks can be great fun for us, the loud noises and bright lights can be scary for our pets and may cause severe stress and...

Coastal Custodian
Dec 31, 20223 min read


New for Northumberland in 2023
NEW IN NORTHUMBERLAND 2023 Ad Gefrin A Whisky Distillery and Anglo-Saxon Museum experience is edging closer to opening in 2023 and they...

Coastal Custodian
Dec 30, 20223 min read


Christmas What’s On in Northumberland 2022
Christmas is coming, the festivities have begun and I’ve found lots of places for you to have lots of fun. From Light Trails to Christmas...

Coastal Custodian
Dec 24, 20222 min read


Visit Santa in Northumberland 2022
Alnwick Garden and Treehouse  Receive a magical welcome from Santa and his little festive elfers when you visit him in his Treehouse...

Coastal Custodian
Nov 28, 20222 min read


Christmas Wreath Workshops in Northumberland 2022
Christmas Wreath workshops appear to be increasingly popular every year and a great way to start the festive season creating your very...

Coastal Custodian
Oct 16, 20221 min read


The Ultimate Christmas Markets Guide in Northumberland 2022
Last year this proved to be one of my most popular read blogs, Christmas Markets in Northumberland🎄. So this year I've started earlier...

Coastal Custodian
Oct 3, 20222 min read


About The Coastal Custodian
What does The Coastal Custodian do? I thought I’d tell you a little bit about some of the things I get involved with as The ‘Coastal...

Coastal Custodian
Oct 3, 20222 min read


Halloween🎃 & Half Term in Northumberland
Whether you are looking for tricks or treats this Half Term there's are lots of Spook'tacular fun going on in Northumberland so get...

Coastal Custodian
Oct 3, 20222 min read


Down on the Farm, Runa Farm… Unlike Any Other
Unlike any other Farm, and only recently opened Runa Farm is on the outskirts of the picturesque market town of Barnard Castle. An...

Coastal Custodian
Sep 9, 20225 min read


Candle Making Experience Hugo & Co
I was kindly invited to a Candle Making Experience with Hugo & Co, something that’s been on my wish list for a long time. Hugo & Co are...

Coastal Custodian
Aug 20, 20223 min read


Places to do Watersports in Northumberland
Thanks to the amazing Northumberland coastline water sports such as surfing, paddle boarding, kayaking and kite surfing to name a few...

Coastal Custodian
Aug 15, 20223 min read
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