Stars and planets Observatory
on site at Cheviot Holiday Cottages
Our brand new astronomy observatory is now ready so our guests can stargaze to their hearts delight from this amazing location here at Ingram actually right inside the Northumberland International Dark Sky Park……and use of the observatory and equipment is complimentary.
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Walks in
Northumberland
Our luxury Northumberland holiday cottages lead directly out into 400 square miles of National Park Country – sheltered valleys, hidden waterfalls and dramatic hills rich in bird and wildlife, and recent archaeological discoveries.
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& gardens
North Northumberland is scattered with the most amazing array of castles, ruins, historic houses and their gardens. Cheviot Holiday Cottages is ideally situated as a base for exploring some of the fantastic castles, National Trust properties and historic houses.
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Northumberland
There are many restaurants, country pubs, cafes and bistros to choose from when visiting our luxury holiday cottages in Northumberland. We are pleased to recommend the following selection of Northumbrian country pubs, restaurants and places to eat being both our favourites and those of our guests.
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mountain biking
Cheviot Holiday Cottages is ideally located as a base for cycling and mountain biking holidays in Northumberland. Explore our beautiful north Northumberland surroundings on foot or by using the high quality mountain and hybrid bicycles now available here for you to use at Cheviot Holiday Cottages…. and for 2022 we are providing complimentary electric bicycles.
Ingram and our surrounding countryside is a cyclists’ paradise with numerous quiet lanes, tracks and bridleways including route 68 of the National Cycle network and the Sandstone way – a new 120 mile mountain biking route between Berwick upon Tweed and Hexham which interestingly links, and is named after, the numerous sandstone features, crags and outcrops which are characteristic of Northumberland.
Horse
riding
A one or two hour ride through the fields and woods surrounding Kimmerston or trail rides can be arranged for the experienced rider to start direct from your doorstep in Ingram Valley, as well as other historic scenic routes in North Northumberland.
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beautiful beaches
About 30 minutes drive from Ingram, the Northumberland Coastline is exhilarating and includes mile upon mile of unspoilt, almost deserted sandy beaches, punctuated by ancient castles and fortifications. Much is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Find out moreClay pigeon
shooting
If you shoot regularly or have never held a shotgun in your life, you can enjoy breaking clay pigeons in a private, safe and beautiful woodland environment.
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Fishing in
Northumberland
Abundant lake and sea fishing is available in North Northumberland, just an easy drive from Cheviot Holiday Cottages. Lake fishing can be found at Chatton Fisheries and a recently established fishery at Thrunton Long Crag. Reservoir fishing is also available nearby.
Find out moreLocal Birds and Wildlife
There is a rich array of bird and wildlife literally on the doorstep in Ingram Valley surrounds. Marvel at the agility of the red squirrel and splendour of the barn owl, with pipestrelle bats, deer and hare a common sight. Branton Lakes Nature Reserve is a short walk from the cottages and comprises 29 hectares of diverse habitat with two lakes, hides and wide variety of plant, bird and wildlife including swans, geese, curlew, spotted flycatcher and king fisher.
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Tourist Attractions
Cheviot Holiday Cottages is centrally located for a large number of interesting, educational and fun visitor attractions and museums in and around the Northumberland National Park. We’ve compiled a list of tourist attractions in Northumberland and the Beamish Valley as suggestions for some great places to visit when you take a self catering holiday in one of our luxury holiday cottages.
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Golf courses in
North Northumberland
We are lucky to have a wide selection of golf courses within fifteen to thirty minutes drive. There are several golf courses nearby with a selection large enough to make Cheviot and ideal location for a golfing holiday in Northumberland.
Find out moreDenise – Shropshire
Just returned from such a memorable holiday at the Retreat, one of the Cheviot holiday cottages. The accommodation, the attention to detail and the surrounding area were superb. This is true luxury at its best.
David, Linda & Chris – Stratford-upon-Avon
Our second visit has been just as exhilarating as the first. Thanks to Trysha and Grahams' thoughtfulness and attention to detail, we feel relaxed, cosseted and refreshed - who needs hotels when self-catering is as luxurious as this?
