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Northumberland County Council is encouraging dog owners to keep their pets under control while enjoying the county’s countryside this summer. As more people head outdoors to make the most of Northumberland’s landscape, the Council is reminding residents and visitors alike of the importance of responsible dog walking to help protect wildlife, support farming communities and keep dogs safe. The appeal forms part of the Council’s annual Love It Like It’s Yours campaign, whic

Northumberland County Council has welcomed a range of public transport improvements in the west of the county. The Council has worked with operator Go North East (GNE) to bring a number of bus service improvements for those living, working or visiting the Tyne Valley, including a new service. Bus services including the 681, 682 and AD122 have been adjusted with a new service being introduced to connect Hexham and Alston, providing additional public transport provision for r

This Love Parks Week (24 July to 2 August), the County Council is encouraging people of all ages to enjoy and celebrate the wealth of outdoor spaces the county has to offer. Northumberland is home to some of the UK's most beautiful and accessible parks and green spaces - many within easy reach by foot, bike, bus, or train. The County Council owns and runs its parks, supported by dedicated staff and teams of volunteers and supporters. Earlier this month, 14 Northumberland p

A vibrant wildflower meadow in Corbridge has reached peak bloom this month, showcasing the success of England’s mandatory Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) planning laws. The environmental project has transformed a lowland meadow that was in poor condition into a thriving, colourful haven for local pollinators, birds, and wildlife. Wildflowers such as pignut, yellow-rattle, bird’s-foot trefoil, and ox-eye daisy are now well-established across the site, providing a rich and continu