Northumberland

A used bookshop in an old train station

[June 2026] Alnwick, an old town in Northumberland, England, has more to offer than just its castle. One such attraction is the used bookshop, “Barter Books.” What makes it special is that it was once…

Northumberland

In the town of Alnwick

[June 2026] The minibus tour that departed from Edinburgh, Scotland, crossed the border into England. You might think it’s strange to call it a “border” since it’s all part of the UK, but the UK…

Northumberland

Visiting Holy Island of Lindisfarne

Holy Island was the number one destination for this excursion to Northumberland in northern England. This is a sacred island that can only be crossed when the tide is low. The official name is Holy…