Dog Friendly Properties and Where to Visit
Our four-legged fluffy friends are as much a part of the family as anyone else, which is why we think they deserve a holiday too! That’s why on a number of our property listings you’ll see our little dog icon to indicate that well-behaved pets are welcome. Here’s a list of our pooch-friendly properties, if […]
Our Commitment to Sustainability
Here at Wooden Star Cottages, we’re continuously working to develop sustainable practices throughout the business so that we can maintain and be kind to the stunning Northumberland landscape around us. The Steadings and The Byres While browsing our cottages you may have noticed our key under each listing. On there you’ll see a small leaf […]
Visit our Wooden Star Cottages by Public Transport
Our guests come from far and wide every year to enjoy the tranquillity, history and attractions within our beautiful Northumberland countryside. However, did you know that the majority of our properties and the points of interest surrounding them, can be accessed by public transport? With more reliable train and bus services available than ever before, […]
Our Favourite Northumberland Tipples
If there’s one thing we’re getting more and more popular for here in Northumberland, it’s definitely our own homegrown alcoholic tipples. So if you’re visiting over the next few months, here are a few of our favourite local brands for you to look out for and try. Gins The trend of the decade has […]
Northumberland’s Summer Festivals and Events
Fancy attending a festival without the noisy neighbours, freezing cold tents and dare we even mention the portaloos?Thanks to our stunning range of properties across the Northumberland countryside you can do just that and celebrate all day long knowing you can return to a cosy warm bed, hot shower and all the usual home comforts.But […]
Independent Shops Not to Miss When Staying At Our Properties
While you’re out exploring the great Northumberland countryside, why not head into our historic towns and sample some of the amazing independent stores of Hexham, Corbridge and beyond. Both of the popular towns are right on the doorstep of a number of our Wooden Star Cottages, so you’ll be able to shop with our beautiful […]
Our Favourite Northumberland Wedding Venues
As the warmer weather comes, so does the wedding season. Northumberland has many amazing wedding venues to choose from, so whether you’re looking for a rustic boho chic vibe, or going all out with pure glamour and luxury, Northumberland has it all! We’re incredibly lucky to have many of these locations and venues right here […]
Look up to the Skies!
Over the next few months, if you’re staying with us in The Steadings, The Byres or Charlton Gate, you’ll be right at the heart of the action of the incredible Dark Skies Festival, Northumberland Dark Skies Exhibition and CPRE Star Count. The stunning properties, which are right at the heart of the Northumberland International Dark Sky Park and just eight […]
Visit us at Hexham Abbey Wedding Fair
Springtime in Hexham is simply beautiful, and the icing on the cake has to be the stunning couples and their loved ones that we begin to welcome at our Hexham House Apartments as the wedding season well and truly kicks off.
“For the Love of the North” as Guests at Seal Cottage!
On a cold January Saturday we waited at Central Station for our train to take us along the beautiful Tyne Valley to our weekend getaway in the lovely surroundings of Hexham.