A Northumberland Blog
Short Walks: Ross Back Sands taking in stunning views of Bamburgh and Holy Island
There's nothing better then hitting the beach when the weather is warm or hot and in the North East pretty much all of the coastline is dog friendly too. This beach which is called Ross Back Sands is simply stunning and rather quiet as there is very little car...
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Short Walks: Bewick taking in Cateran Hole
Northumberland has a plethora of walks, hikes and trails to explore. This one is a new one for me, it's a fairly short but moderate walk. We did 6 miles taking in the wonderful views of the moors and the picturesque ruins of Blawearie. Parking along the grassy verge...
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Northumbrian Walks: Craster to Amble
A stunning coastal walk taking in the stunning scenery as we walked from Craster to Amble in Northumberland. Rollo and I completed 15.5 miles with a couple of pit stops at some dog friendly pubs. After our long walk, we tucked into some delicious food at the Wellwood Arms in Amble and headed home so I could chill out and ease the muscles in our hot tub at Stag Lodge. Available to rent all year round, Stag is perfectly central to getting out and exploring Northumberland.
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Dine In: Afternoon Tea for 2 at The Plough Boutique Inn, Alnwick
A delicious afternoon tea for two at the Plough Boutique Inn in Alnwick. They also have a fabulous sister restaurant in Craster Northumberland, best known for it’s fresh sea food. If you are visiting the area, make sure you call into The Plough. Super tasty food, relaxed environment, plenty of gin and it’s dog friendly too.
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Northumberland Walks: Thrunton Woods
We love walking in Northumberland, this is one of my favourite walks. We visited Thrunton Woods and hiked for around 9 miles. Stunning views of the Cheviot. It’s a popular place to visit for families, dog walkers, cyclists and the occasional horse riders. Miles upon miles of different tracks. It is a steep and steady incline to the top, so make sure you take refreshments and a picnic.
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Takeaway Night: Lal Khazana, Shillbottle
A blog review of our favourite Indian Restaurant in Shilbottle, Northumberland. Lal Khazana is 10 minute drive from our lodges on Felmoor Park. Highly recommended by the owners and guests of Acorn Leisure Holidays. Takeaway available, collection only.
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Takeaway Night: Streetzzeria Airstream
It's always good to have a takeaway now and again, especially when you are on your holidays or you simply just can't be bothered to cook. So, I was really excited to find out that the popular Streetzzeria Airstream announced that they would be now serving woodfired...
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Northumberland Walks: Simonside & Rothbury
A 5 mile Northumberland hike, taking in the magnificent views of the Cheviot’s and more from Simonside, Rothbury. Plenty of walking trails suitable for hikers, amblers and family friendly. After your walk, pop into the village of Rothbury, there you will local village shops, butchers, pubs, cafes and small independent boutiques and art galleries. Most places are dog friendly too.
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Surfing in Amble with Northside Surf School
Northside Surf School located in Amble is the perfect place for you to sign up and experience the surf on the Northumberland coast line. Jon an experienced instructor runs the company and can cater for groups, birthday parties and individual lessons. As we approach...
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Photo shoot with RubyDolls French bulldogs
When RubyDolls visited Woodys Lodge at Acorn Leisure Holidays for a photo shoot. What a great day, a gang of beautiful french bulldogs exploring the lodge and surroundings.
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Woodys Lodge – June Special Offers *Limited Availability*
Woodys Lodge has some special offers running in June, claim 10% off on selected dates. Book a last minute summer holiday and enjoy a few days in the luxurious lodge with deluxe hot tub located centrally in the heart of Northumberland.
read more
Flying High – With Purple Aviation
Fancy a week away or long weekend at Woodys Lodge or Woodys Retreat, a beautiful place to stay whilst exploring the delights of Northumberland. Both properties have spacious terrace with sunken hot tub and we are pet friendly. Why not treat a loved one and book a trial flight at next doors Purple Aviation.
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Beeswing Race Weekend (Ladies Day, Special Offer)
Planning on going to Newcastle’s famous Ladies Day? Why not make a weekend of it and book you and the girls into a luxury lodge located just outside of Morpeth. Woodys Lodge sleeps 6, has a beautiful deluxe hot tub and is located in a very private area of the park. We can offer you a private chef, drinks on arrival and spa robes for your stay. Woodys lodge can also provide transportation to the race course and back as part of our deluxe package.
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Plate Festival Race Day – Special Offer
Going to the Plate Festival at Gosforth Race Course on the 25th June 2016? Why not stay at Woodys Lodge, pamper yourself on the Friday afternoon with welcome cocktails and your very own private chef, followed by a relaxing hot tub in the spacious terrace area. Perfect for a girlie weekend and we will also take you to the races and collect you so no need to hire any taxis.
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Private Dining Experience with Chef Sean Wilkinson
Fabulous private dining experience with award winning chef Sean Wilkinson here at Woodys luxury lodge. Three course private dining followed by a relaxing hot tub with the dinner guests. Truly amazing experience.
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New Hot Tub for Woodys Retreat!
It's finally arrived! We now have an extended terrace with a sunken deluxe hot tub which comfortably can entertain up to 6 adults - spacious, right? Now that we are into spring time, we are focusing on the landscaping near to the Woodys Lodge which we hope to have...
read more
Alnwick Castle – Learn to fly like Harry Potter
Looking for something to do to entertain the kids over the Easter and Summer Holidays? Look no further than visiting... Posted by Acorn Leisure Holidays on Wednesday, March 9,...
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Northern Light Show in Northumberland
Last night watching the Aurora whilst chilling in the hot tub was absolutely amazing. Unfortunately I don't have a... Posted by Acorn Leisure Holidays on Monday, March 7,...
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And we are off…our first post!
Welcome to our new website providing you with information on Woody’s Lodge and Woody’s Retreat, luxury lodge and holiday home situated at an award winning country park in the heart of Northumberland. We aim to provide you with quality content on a monthly basis with our own offers, special discounts and keep you abreast of what’s going on in the region.
read more
Short Walks: Ross Back Sands taking in stunning views of Bamburgh and Holy Island
There's nothing better then hitting the beach when the weather is warm or hot and in the North East pretty much all of the coastline is dog friendly too. This beach which is called Ross Back Sands is simply stunning and rather quiet as there is very little car...
read more
Short Walks: Bewick taking in Cateran Hole
Northumberland has a plethora of walks, hikes and trails to explore. This one is a new one for me, it's a fairly short but moderate walk. We did 6 miles taking in the wonderful views of the moors and the picturesque ruins of Blawearie. Parking along the grassy verge...
read more
Northumbrian Walks: Craster to Amble
A stunning coastal walk taking in the stunning scenery as we walked from Craster to Amble in Northumberland. Rollo and I completed 15.5 miles with a couple of pit stops at some dog friendly pubs. After our long walk, we tucked into some delicious food at the Wellwood Arms in Amble and headed home so I could chill out and ease the muscles in our hot tub at Stag Lodge. Available to rent all year round, Stag is perfectly central to getting out and exploring Northumberland.
read more
Dine In: Afternoon Tea for 2 at The Plough Boutique Inn, Alnwick
A delicious afternoon tea for two at the Plough Boutique Inn in Alnwick. They also have a fabulous sister restaurant in Craster Northumberland, best known for it’s fresh sea food. If you are visiting the area, make sure you call into The Plough. Super tasty food, relaxed environment, plenty of gin and it’s dog friendly too.
read more
Northumberland Walks: Thrunton Woods
We love walking in Northumberland, this is one of my favourite walks. We visited Thrunton Woods and hiked for around 9 miles. Stunning views of the Cheviot. It’s a popular place to visit for families, dog walkers, cyclists and the occasional horse riders. Miles upon miles of different tracks. It is a steep and steady incline to the top, so make sure you take refreshments and a picnic.
read more
Takeaway Night: Lal Khazana, Shillbottle
A blog review of our favourite Indian Restaurant in Shilbottle, Northumberland. Lal Khazana is 10 minute drive from our lodges on Felmoor Park. Highly recommended by the owners and guests of Acorn Leisure Holidays. Takeaway available, collection only.
read more
Takeaway Night: Streetzzeria Airstream
It's always good to have a takeaway now and again, especially when you are on your holidays or you simply just can't be bothered to cook. So, I was really excited to find out that the popular Streetzzeria Airstream announced that they would be now serving woodfired...
read more
Northumberland Walks: Simonside & Rothbury
A 5 mile Northumberland hike, taking in the magnificent views of the Cheviot’s and more from Simonside, Rothbury. Plenty of walking trails suitable for hikers, amblers and family friendly. After your walk, pop into the village of Rothbury, there you will local village shops, butchers, pubs, cafes and small independent boutiques and art galleries. Most places are dog friendly too.
read more
Surfing in Amble with Northside Surf School
Northside Surf School located in Amble is the perfect place for you to sign up and experience the surf on the Northumberland coast line. Jon an experienced instructor runs the company and can cater for groups, birthday parties and individual lessons. As we approach...
read more
Photo shoot with RubyDolls French bulldogs
When RubyDolls visited Woodys Lodge at Acorn Leisure Holidays for a photo shoot. What a great day, a gang of beautiful french bulldogs exploring the lodge and surroundings.
read more
Woodys Lodge – June Special Offers *Limited Availability*
Woodys Lodge has some special offers running in June, claim 10% off on selected dates. Book a last minute summer holiday and enjoy a few days in the luxurious lodge with deluxe hot tub located centrally in the heart of Northumberland.
read more
Flying High – With Purple Aviation
Fancy a week away or long weekend at Woodys Lodge or Woodys Retreat, a beautiful place to stay whilst exploring the delights of Northumberland. Both properties have spacious terrace with sunken hot tub and we are pet friendly. Why not treat a loved one and book a trial flight at next doors Purple Aviation.
read more
Beeswing Race Weekend (Ladies Day, Special Offer)
Planning on going to Newcastle’s famous Ladies Day? Why not make a weekend of it and book you and the girls into a luxury lodge located just outside of Morpeth. Woodys Lodge sleeps 6, has a beautiful deluxe hot tub and is located in a very private area of the park. We can offer you a private chef, drinks on arrival and spa robes for your stay. Woodys lodge can also provide transportation to the race course and back as part of our deluxe package.
read more
Plate Festival Race Day – Special Offer
Going to the Plate Festival at Gosforth Race Course on the 25th June 2016? Why not stay at Woodys Lodge, pamper yourself on the Friday afternoon with welcome cocktails and your very own private chef, followed by a relaxing hot tub in the spacious terrace area. Perfect for a girlie weekend and we will also take you to the races and collect you so no need to hire any taxis.
read more
Private Dining Experience with Chef Sean Wilkinson
Fabulous private dining experience with award winning chef Sean Wilkinson here at Woodys luxury lodge. Three course private dining followed by a relaxing hot tub with the dinner guests. Truly amazing experience.
read more
New Hot Tub for Woodys Retreat!
It's finally arrived! We now have an extended terrace with a sunken deluxe hot tub which comfortably can entertain up to 6 adults - spacious, right? Now that we are into spring time, we are focusing on the landscaping near to the Woodys Lodge which we hope to have...
read more
Alnwick Castle – Learn to fly like Harry Potter
Looking for something to do to entertain the kids over the Easter and Summer Holidays? Look no further than visiting... Posted by Acorn Leisure Holidays on Wednesday, March 9,...
read more
Northern Light Show in Northumberland
Last night watching the Aurora whilst chilling in the hot tub was absolutely amazing. Unfortunately I don't have a... Posted by Acorn Leisure Holidays on Monday, March 7,...
read more
And we are off…our first post!
Welcome to our new website providing you with information on Woody’s Lodge and Woody’s Retreat, luxury lodge and holiday home situated at an award winning country park in the heart of Northumberland. We aim to provide you with quality content on a monthly basis with our own offers, special discounts and keep you abreast of what’s going on in the region.
read more