Parks

Country parks, visitor centres & coastal sites

The country parks of Northumberland vary greatly in their size and character. They include open coast, valley woodlands, lakes and grassland. Each site provides for the recreational needs of local communities, as well as drawing visitors from across the county and further afield.

Alexandra Park Cramlington

Alexandra Park is located in the town of Cramlington in the South East of Northumberland.

Astley Park, Seaton Delaval

Astley Park features a range of activities for people of all ages. The park is home to a pavilion, play areas, a bowling green, tennis courts and gardens.

Carlisle Park, Morpeth

Carlisle Park is a multi-award winning park in the heart of Morpeth, Northumberland.

Castle Vale Park and Coronation Park, Berwick

Visit two stunning parks with spectacular views within the historic town of Berwick-Upon-Tweed.

Doctor Pit Park, Bedlington

Doctor Pit Park is located in the historic market town of Bedlington in the south east corner of Northumberland.

Eastwoods Park, Prudhoe

Eastwoods Park lies on the eastern edge of Prudhoe, or West Wylam, and was originally known as the West Wylam Welfare. The park has loads to do for all ages, including two play areas, football pitches, a cricket strip and pavilions. The Eastwood Park Improvement Project is currently underway and will see much needed upgrades of play and other facilities within the park.

Flagstaff Park, Berwick

Flagstaff is situated near the Elizabethan Town Walls, The Barracks and near Berwick Bowling Club on Magdalene Fields Golf Course.

Gallagher Park, Bedlington

Gallagher Park is home to woodlands, wildflower meadows, green spaces and playing fields.

Haltwhistle Memorial Park

Haltwhistle Memorial Park, also known as Haltwhistle hospital grounds and Greencroft Park, is on Westgate in Haltwhistle Town Centre.

Hexham Parks

Hexham is home to a variety of picturesque parks, all situated in the centre of the market town.

Hirst Park - Ashington

Hirst Park is located in the heart of the historic Northumberland town of Ashington. Explore the park and you will find loads of activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Ridley Park, Blyth

Ridley Park provides many fun and recreational activities for people of all ages to enjoy, including a water play area, woodland walking and a bowling green.

Valley park

Information on Valley Park, Cramlington

William Turner Garden

On this page you will find information about the William Turner Garden, which is located in the formal gardens of Carlisle Park in Morpeth.

Local nature reserves

Many of Northumberland’s parks, woods and open spaces have gained local nature reserve status.

Play areas and outdoor facilities

Northumberland has a variety of parks in our towns and villages where local people and visitors can enjoy a relaxing day out.