Having retained a wealth of period features, The Blacksmith’s in Bamburgh, Northumberland, is a Grade II listed conversion of a former blacksmith’s workshop and forge and offers spacious and well-presented accommodation, perfect for a family on holiday. A focal point of the open-plan living area is the original blacksmith’s forge which has been integrated into the room as a fantastic inglenook fireplace, complete with a woodburning stove. This is definitely the favourite spot for guests to gather around and take the chill off in the cooler months. Other features help to add a traditional ambience to the property include a raised vaulted ceiling and original stone flooring. When it’s time to feed the hungry hoards, make your way to the kitchen which is fully fitted with all that is needed to produce hearty food for the whole family and the elegant dining area is located in front of attractive patio doors leading outside, so if the weather allows, you can throw open the doors and let the outside in. The patio area offers a great opportunity for outdoor drinking and dining and there is even a barbecue ready for you to fire up and indulge in some alfresco dining. At bedtime, take your pick from three delightfully appointed bedrooms; all are stylishly presented and are the ideal spot for relaxing after a tiring day of exploring. Talking of exploring, Bamburgh is within a short walk and has a good selection of shops and amenities as well as the castle. Head off from here and carry on along the Heritage Coastline where you will find miles of sandy beaches, quaint fishing villages and breath-takingly beautiful castles. Other towns worth visiting in the region include Alnwick, Seahouses (just a few miles away) and you can even head to the border and visit the ever-popular town of Berwick-upon-Tweed. Activities to look forward to in the area include golf, sailing (from Seahouses to the Farne Islands), birdwatching, hiking, cycle rides and horse-riding. The Blacksmith’s provides beautifully presented accommodation bursting with character and is the perfect setting for a memorable family holiday.

The village’s sweeping sandy beaches and dramatic fortress - Bamburgh Castle - make Bamburgh one of Northumberland’s major visitor attractions. The castle can be seen for miles and dominates this part of the county’s coastline. Today it remains home to the family of the great Victorian industrialist Lord Armstrong, and is open to the public on a daily basis. Although overshadowed by the great castle, Bamburgh village is picturesque with neat grey stone cottages facing a manicured village green. There are excellent pubs, hotels with restaurants and a small selection of village shops. There are golf courses in Bamburgh and nearby Seahouses, and within easy reach are more wide sandy beaches, lovely fishing villages, stunning castles and coastal islands to explore along the dramatic Heritage Coast. There are numerous other attractions also a short drive away, including the famous Alnwick Castle and Gardens and the historic walled border town, Berwick-upon-Tweed. A superb base for exploring Northumberland.

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