Northumberland County Council
Key Competitive Attractions
Northumberland has great potential for tourism development, boasting Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a plethora of recreational, leisure and sporting activities, and excellent road, rail and air links to major population centres in Scotland and the north of England.
The tourism industry of Northumberland attracts over a million UK visitors and more than 50,000 foreign visitors, bringing over £162 million into the Northumberland economy.
Within an hour's drive of the freight ports of Tees Valley and Grimsby and Immingham, and with good motorway links to Edinburgh, Manchester, and Newcastle, Northumberland presents strong international connections.
Assistance and Support For New Business Investors
Northumberland County Council offers a variety of grants and support services to businesses in the area. Please see their website for more information.
