Places to visit in the Borderlands
The England-Scotland Borderlands is a sparsely populated region of gentle hills, pine forests and unspoilt wilderness. Wrought into its landscapes are the romantic remains of many castles and ancient monuments built by the those who have inhabited the area throughout its long history.
Here you will find a huge range of opportunities for exploration on foot and by bike. Adventure activities are available within Riverview’s immediate locality and make for exciting family days out. Fishing can be enjoyed onsite and in local waters including those of a vast woodland lake.
Discover some of the best places to visit in the Borderlands by following the links below.
Visit Newcastleton
Traveling time from Riverview: 20 minute walk
Whithaugh Park
Traveling time from Riverview: 5-10 minute drive
Hermitage Castle
Travel time from Riverview: 15-20 minute drive
Places to Visit In Northumberland
Kielder Forest & Water
Traveling time from Riverview: 30 minute drive
Kielder Observatory
Kielder Observatory is a public observatory that gives visitors the opportunity to have a closer look at Northumberland’s magnificent starry night skies. Look out for special family events, and others about the constellations, the moon, and the great unsolved mysteries of the universe. To book tickets, visit the observatory’s website.
Traveling time from Riverview: 30-35 minute drive
Hadrians Wall
Many sections of the ancient northernmost boundary are still visible.
Sitting high on a dramatic escarpment overlooking the wild landscapes of Northumberland National Park, the remains of Housesteads Fort are among the most scenic of those sections. Visit to explore the ruins of the fort’s hospital, barracks and loos, and take in the views that once peered beyond the edge of civilisation.
Traveling time from Riverview: 1 hour drive
Places to Visit In Cumbria
Carlisle
Traveling time from Riverview: 45 minute drive
Penrith
Traveling time from Riverview: 1 hour drive
Solway Coast
Traveling time from Riverview: 1 hour drive
Own or rent very own luxury holiday lodge in the Scottish Borders set in rural riverside tranquillity.
Lodge owners and visitors at Riverview can escape to the park’s peace and quiet at any time of year and have a pub, a restaurant and all their basic essentials available less than a mile away in the local village.
As you can see Walking, cycling, fishing and many more activities are available in the surrounding area, Northumberland National Park is just a few miles away, and Cumbria’s Eden Valley, historic city of Carlisle and Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are within easy travelling distance.
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