Northern Heritage Services Ltd

04/10/2026

Good news from the Northumberland coast 🌊

A record 126 pairs of little terns nested at Long Nanny this year - more than double the previous record - with over 80 chicks successfully fledged.

The Northumberland coast is a haven for birdlife throughout the year, welcoming thousands of breeding, wintering and migrating birds.

Discover some of the best places to see them with Birdwatching on the Northumberland Coast, our handy guide to more than 50 miles of coastline, complete with walking routes, birdfinding tips and some lesser-known spots to explore.

Available from all good, local retailers

Northumberland Coast National Landscape

02/10/2026

This year marks the 20th anniversary of St Oswald's Way. Martin Paminter, chair of St Oswald's Way Management Group, tells us what not to miss along the route

27/09/2026

St Cuthbert’s Way in the spotlight 🥾

Following the news that St Cuthbert’s Way has been included in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2027, there’s never been a better time to discover this remarkable long-distance route.

Stretching 100km (around 62 miles) from Melrose in the Scottish Borders to Holy Island, the route follows landscapes closely associated with St Cuthbert, combining centuries of history with some of the finest countryside on either side of the Border.

The fourth edition of the Official Guide to St Cuthbert’s Way is fully revised and includes a new full-colour folding map by Nicolson Maps, section maps, photography and practical information for planning the walk.

Available to buy from all good, local retailers.

21/09/2026

Now in paperback 📚

Berwick by bestselling Northumberland author L J Ross Author is now available in paperback!

When DCI Ryan’s wife is arrested for murder, he’s forced to ask one terrifying question - how well does he really know the woman he married?

Another gripping Northumbrian mystery from the bestselling DCI Ryan series. Available to buy now from all good, local retailers.

09/09/2026

🚂 New for September 🚂

The North East’s railway heritage is kept alive by the volunteers, preserved lines and historic engines found across Northumberland and County Durham.

Preserved Railways of the North East by Dave Hewitt and Henry Elliott takes a photographic journey through lines including the Aln Valley Railway, Heatherslaw Light Railway, South Tynedale Railway and Weardale Railway.

📚 Available to pre-order now from Northern Heritage, ahead of publication on 15 September (link in comments).

Aln Valley Railway Heatherslaw Light Railway

28/08/2026

A fantastic new release from Dan Jackson - author of The Northumbrians - available from the Chantry ⚽️

The Premier League is back ⚽️ and we’ve got a very fitting new arrival at the Chantry to help celebrate this.

Howay the Lads! A People’s History of Newcastle United by Dan Jackson looks at the club, the city and the people behind it all. A great one for any Newcastle fan 🖤🤍

Available now at Morpeth Chantry, supplied by Northern Heritage.

27/08/2026

27/08/2026

New in at Northern Heritage 📚

What was everyday life really like along Hadrian’s Wall?

In Roman Life of Hadrian’s Wall, Claire Millington looks beyond forts and emperors to the people who lived, worked and raised families on Rome’s northern frontier.

Drawing on fascinating archaeological finds, from letters and jewellery to children’s toys and clothing, it brings the Wall’s communities vividly to life.

Available now from Northern Heritage and all good, local retailers.

The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre
Heart of Hadrian's Wall

10/08/2026

Our 2027 Northumberland Calendar is now available.

Featuring photography by Graeme Peacock, the calendar brings together 12 views from across the county, including Bamburgh, Holy Island, Cragside, Warkworth, Rothbury and the Tyne Valley.

Produced exclusively for Northern Heritage and printed in the UK using FSC-certified materials.

Available now from all good, local retailers

09/08/2026

Newcastle Libraries a great place to stop for a browse in the heart of the toon 🖤🤍📚