Rest and Relaxation

Press the pause button on your hectic lifestyle. Quality time in North East England is time to enjoy the simple things in life. Time to relax with a good book. Space to reflect. Step into our wide, open spaces and set your own agenda.

The beauty of North East England is that we've got the best of both worlds: awe inspiring coastline and breathtaking and diverse countryside.

Relax on golden beaches - North East England has miles of unspoilt coastline and the Northumberland coast is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the perfect place to indulge in pure relaxation.

Enjoy a stroll in the hills, Roseberry Topping, The Cheviot Hills and the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty reward you with stunning views as well as plenty of peace and quiet. Then refuel on the freshest local produce at a traditional country pub in one of our welcoming market towns and villages.

Surround yourself with towering forests then wander along the lakeside at Kielder Water and Forest Park. Watch the sun go down and the stars come out in the forest park, with the lowest levels of light pollution in the country, it is the best place in England for star gazing.

Wander up garden paths that are as diverse as the plant life that twines, towers and blossoms within our gardens. The medieval Crook Hall in Durham is bordered by secret garden rooms, while the Alnwick Garden's Pavilion offers the perfect place from which to view the Grand Cascade over a spot of excellent local cuisine. Find out more about the Gardens in North East England at:www.visitnortheastengland.com/gardens

Unwind your mind and body as specially blended aromatic oils create an atmosphere of pure serenity. North East England's acclaimed spa hotels include the award-winning Seaham Hall on Durham's coast, and are waiting to treat visitors to days of indulgent pampering.