Is Northumberlandia open during lockdown?

The Visitor Centre is currently open Monday – Sunday from 10:00 – 17:00, serving hot and cold refreshments. The toilets will also be open during this time. We hope you enjoy your visit!

How long is the walk around Northumberlandia?

Northumberlandia is a unique piece of public art set in a 46 acre community park with free public access and 4 miles of footpaths on and around the landform.

What Northumberlandia means?

Meet the supine earth goddess named, variously, Northumberlandia, the Lady of the North or, to the locals in this coal-mining area, the Lady. Officially opened by a woman — Princess Anne — in September, it has become an apparent hit, with 25,000 visitors in its first few weeks.

How much did Northumberlandia cost?

The £3 million cost of the project has been privately funded by the Banks Group and the Blagdon Estate.

Is there toilets at northumberlandia?

The café and toilets are open Monday to Sunday 10:00 – 17:00 (indoor and outdoor seating available). Dogs on leads are welcome onsite and inside the visitor centre/ café. The two accessible toilets to the rear of the Centre are only open when the café is open. There is ample parking available on site.

Is northumberlandia pram friendly?

Yes, Northumberlandia have stated they are pushchair friendly.

Do you have to pay to go to northumberlandia?

Northumberlandia is a park is for public benefit and it is therefore important that it is free for everyone to enjoy.

How old is northumberlandia?

Northumberlandia was officially opened by in 2012 by Princess Anne.

Are there toilets at northumberlandia?

Planning your visit Summer opening (updated 04/04/2022) Northumberlandia is open daily from dawn til dusk. The café and toilets are open Monday to Sunday 10:00 – 17:00 (indoor and outdoor seating available). Dogs on leads are welcome onsite and inside the visitor centre/ café.

Do you have to pay for northumberlandia?

Is northumberlandia a muddy?

Northumberlandia herself is a lovely feature to explore, you can make your walk as long or as short as you wish with many paths to explore. The paths can be very muddy so wear suitable footwear and a hat, it is very windy at the top!

Can you take dogs to northumberlandia?

Dogs are welcome in the park. However please be a responsible owner by keeping your dog under control on a lead at all times and clean up after them.

Is Northumberlandia open on New Year’s day?

Northumberlandia, the Lady of the North. We’ll be closing early at 3pm on Friday 24 and 31 December, and closed 25, 26 and 27 December. Please note, we are open on New Year’s Day. Following this, the country park, woodland trail and landscape sculpture is open from dawn ’til dusk each day.

How do I get to Northumberlandia?

Take a left turn into Blagdon Lane, signposted towards Northumberlandia. Turn right into Northumberlandia (passed the Snowy Owl pub). From the A1 Southbound take the exit toward Blagdon/Dinnington/Ponteland/Shotton. Turn left into Blagdon Lane (signposted Northumberlandia).

Is Northumberlandia worth a visit?

Absolutely beautiful place to visit and walk. The woods and walk around Northumberlandia are great experience. The cafe is a great, a nice little cafe. The sculpture is unique and fantastic idea. I would recommend it. Read more

What is there to do in Cramlington?

A great place to visit on your own or with children, make a day of it have lunch at the Snowy Owl or go to Cramlington Town centre,plenty shops, restaurants or visit the Veu cinema.