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Northumberland[edit]

Northumberland is a county in North East England. It is bordered to the north by Scotland, to the east by the North Sea, to the south by Tyne and Wear and County Durham, and to the west by Cumbria. The county town is Alnwick, although the largest town is Blyth.

Geography[edit]

Northumberland is known for its rugged landscape, which includes the Cheviot Hills and the Northumberland National Park. The county is sparsely populated, with much of its area designated as protected countryside.

The River Tyne flows through the southern part of the county, and the River Tweed forms part of the border with Scotland. The coastline is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, featuring dramatic cliffs and sandy beaches.

History[edit]

Historical reference to Northumberland in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle

Northumberland has a rich history, having been a center of Anglo-Saxon culture and the site of many battles between the English and the Scots. The region was once part of the Kingdom of Northumbria, a powerful early medieval kingdom.

The county is home to several historic castles, including Bamburgh Castle, which was the seat of the kings of Northumbria.

Economy[edit]

Historically, Northumberland's economy was based on agriculture and coal mining. Today, the economy is more diverse, with tourism playing a significant role due to the county's natural beauty and historical sites.

The port of Blyth is a key economic hub, supporting renewable energy projects and other industries.

Culture[edit]

Northumberland has a distinct cultural identity, with its own dialect and traditions. The county is known for its traditional music, including the use of the Northumbrian smallpipes.

The Northumberland Plate is a famous horse race held annually at Newcastle Racecourse.

Landmarks[edit]

In addition to its castles, Northumberland is home to Hadrian's Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that stretches across the north of England.

The county also features the Alnwick Garden, a contemporary garden complex adjacent to Alnwick Castle.

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-'''Northumberland''' is a [[county]] in the [[North East England|North East]] of [[England]]. It is the northernmost county of England, bordering [[Scotland]] to the north and the [[North Sea]] to the east. The county town is [[Alnwick]], although the county council is based in [[Morpeth]].
+== Northumberland ==
+[[File:Northumberland_UK_locator_map_2010.svg|thumb|right|Locator map of Northumberland in the UK]]
+'''Northumberland''' is a county in North East [[England]]. It is bordered to the north by [[Scotland]], to the east by the [[North Sea]], to the south by [[Tyne and Wear]] and [[County Durham]], and to the west by [[Cumbria]]. The county town is [[Alnwick]], although the largest town is [[Blyth, Northumberland|Blyth]].
+== Geography ==
+Northumberland is known for its rugged landscape, which includes the [[Cheviot Hills]] and the [[Northumberland National Park]]. The county is sparsely populated, with much of its area designated as protected countryside.
+[[File:Long_Crag_summit.jpg|thumb|left|Long Crag Summit in Northumberland]]
+The [[River Tyne]] flows through the southern part of the county, and the [[River Tweed]] forms part of the border with Scotland. The coastline is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, featuring dramatic cliffs and sandy beaches.
 == History ==
-Northumberland's history dates back to [[Roman Britain]], when it was part of the Roman province of [[Britannia]]. The county was a key location during the [[Anglo-Saxon]] period, with the kingdom of [[Northumbria]] covering a large part of what is now Northumberland.
-== Geography ==
+[[File:Anglo-Saxon_Chronicle_-_nord_hymbra_land.jpg|thumb|right|Historical reference to Northumberland in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle]]
-Northumberland is known for its diverse landscapes, from the rugged [[Cheviot Hills]] in the north to the sandy beaches along the coast. The county is also home to the [[Northumberland National Park]], which covers a quarter of the county and includes the [[Hadrian's Wall]] World Heritage Site.
+Northumberland has a rich history, having been a center of [[Anglo-Saxon]] culture and the site of many battles between the English and the Scots. The region was once part of the [[Kingdom of Northumbria]], a powerful early medieval kingdom.
+The county is home to several historic castles, including [[Bamburgh Castle]], which was the seat of the kings of Northumbria.
+[[File:Bamburgh_MMB_55_Bamburgh_Castle_(edited,_cropped).jpg|thumb|left|Bamburgh Castle on the Northumberland coast]]
 == Economy ==
-The economy of Northumberland is diverse, with key sectors including [[agriculture]], [[tourism]], and [[manufacturing]]. The county is also known for its [[coal mining]] heritage, although this industry has declined in recent years.
+Historically, Northumberland's economy was based on agriculture and coal mining. Today, the economy is more diverse, with tourism playing a significant role due to the county's natural beauty and historical sites.
+The [[Blyth, Northumberland|port of Blyth]] is a key economic hub, supporting renewable energy projects and other industries.
+[[File:Blyth_East_Pier_Lighthouse_(48586306587).jpg|thumb|right|Blyth East Pier Lighthouse]]
 == Culture ==
-Northumberland has a rich cultural heritage, with numerous historic sites such as [[Bamburgh Castle]], [[Lindisfarne Priory]], and [[Alnwick Castle]]. The county is also known for its traditional [[Northumbrian music]] and [[Northumbrian dialect]].
-== See also ==
+Northumberland has a distinct cultural identity, with its own dialect and traditions. The county is known for its traditional music, including the use of the [[Northumbrian smallpipes]].
-* [[List of places in Northumberland]]
-* [[Northumberland County Council]]
+The [[Northumberland Plate]] is a famous horse race held annually at [[Newcastle Racecourse]].
-* [[History of Northumberland]]
+== Landmarks ==
+In addition to its castles, Northumberland is home to [[Hadrian's Wall]], a UNESCO World Heritage Site that stretches across the north of England.
+[[File:Morpeth_Clock_Tower_July_2017_(cropped,_edited).jpg|thumb|left|Morpeth Clock Tower in the town of Morpeth]]
+The county also features the [[Alnwick Garden]], a contemporary garden complex adjacent to [[Alnwick Castle]].
+== Related pages ==
+* [[Northumberland National Park]]
+* [[Cheviot Hills]]
+* [[Bamburgh Castle]]
+* [[Hadrian's Wall]]
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+[[Category:Northumberland]]
 [[Category:Counties of England]]
-[[Category:North East England]]
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