The North East

From the Far East to the North East

by Lucy Hull April 16, 2022 5 min read

One year ago, I would never have believed you if you told me I would be moving from Phuket, Thailand to live in England! And yet here I am, living in the Baltic climes of Whitley Bay....

Read more about Natasha (Tash)'s journey to live in wonderful Whitley Bay.

5 Best Coastal Walks in The North East

by Caitlin Steele January 12, 2022 2 min read

Guide To Visiting The North East: The Farne Islands

by Caitlin Steele December 29, 2021 3 min read

The Farne Islands are a group of islands off the coast of Northumberland. Home to thousands of seals, puffins and over 100,000 seabirds that call our special place home each year. Though, people have been living on the islands for centuries; hermits, monks, lighthouse keepers, soldiers and even shipwrecked sailors. An amazing place to visit for nature lovers and historians alike, here's your ultimate guide to visiting The Farne Islands!

Guide To Visiting The North East: Saltburn-by-the-sea

by Caitlin Steele December 15, 2021 3 min read

Saltburn-by-the-Sea, commonly referred to as Saltburn, is a seaside town that lies within the historic boundaries of the North Riding of Yorkshire. This delightful coastal town bestows plenty of Victorian charm and thrills. There’s plenty to entertain in Saltburn so if you’re planning a trip, we’ve got you covered with all the best spots to hit!

North East Inspired Stocking Filler Gifts

by Caitlin Steele December 08, 2021 3 min read

When it comes to Christmas, there’s no better gift than something that reminds you of your brilliant home, the North East. We’re a small indie business dedicated to bringing you the best of the best when it comes to Northern artists and creatives - they all make such amazing gifts so here’s our little list of favourites!

Guide To Visiting The North East: Seahouses & Bamburgh

by Caitlin Steele November 10, 2021 4 min read

If there’s one place you need to visit within the North East, it’s Bamburgh and Seahouses! Stunning, traditional seaside villages packed with gift shops, ice cream kiosks and cafes. If you were going to picture a traditional British seaside town in your head, this is what you would imagine. If you’re planning a trip, here’s your ultimate guide!

5 Picturesque Locations To Visit in The North East

by Caitlin Steele November 03, 2021 2 min read

The North East is full of beauty, both natural and man-made, it’s fair to say that the entire region is picture perfect. With that being said, it’s jam packed with stunning places perfect for photography lovers - so whether you’re an amateur or a professional, here are some incredible places to add to your snap list.

Guide To Visiting: Durham

by Caitlin Steele October 20, 2021 4 min read

How could we do a series talking about places to visit in the North East without mentioning Durham?! Easily one of the loveliest places in the North, Durham brings in a lot of tourism each year. Today I’m giving you the ultimate guide to making your way around Durham.

5 Historic Sites To Visit In The North East

by Caitlin Steele October 13, 2021 3 min read

One thing I always love doing is learning all about the history of the North East - it’s always important to learn about where you come from and what’s better is it can sometimes lead to a really great day out! Today I’m recommending 5 incredible historic sites that you should visit in the North East!

5 Villages To Visit in The North East

by Caitlin Steele September 22, 2021 3 min read

We appreciate that not everyone is a city person, I personally love the city but I agree that sometimes it's lovely to get away somewhere a little more...calm! And the North East is brimming with quaint little villages - so whether you're looking for an adventure or simply someplace to relax for the weekend, here are a few of our top picks of villages to visit in the North East!

Guide To Visiting The North East: Corbridge

by Caitlin Steele September 08, 2021 3 min read

Another day, another dreamy North East location. Today we’re giving you a little guide on what to do in Corbridge, a cute little village in the heart of Northumberland. It’s surrounded by stunning, countryside views and still just 16 miles from Newcastle City Centre, it’s a great place for a day-trip or weekend getaway. Keep on reading to discover all the best things to do there!

5 Beaches To Visit In The North East

by Caitlin Steele August 15, 2021 3 min read

Growing up I always found beach days To be the best days; walking on the hot sand, eating ice-cream and having a little paddle in the ocean...who doesn’t love that? And we have one of the most beautiful coastlines here in the North east. Today I’m sharing with you the top 5 best beaches to visit in the North East - better get packing those beach towels!

Glamping - in a horsebox!

by Lucy Hull July 25, 2021 4 min read

A couple of nights away always does us the power of good and with a busy summer ahead with it once again a year of staycationing we needed a mini break to recharge ourselves. Now as you all know we love a quirky getaway around our wonderful region. We've stayed in Shepherd's Huts to narrowboats in a field but a horse box? That's certainly something we were never expecting....

Guide To Visiting The North East: Tynemouth

by Caitlin Steele July 12, 2021 3 min read

We absolutely love where we live and if we're honest we definitely think some of the best places to visit during summer are right here on our very own doorstep. We’re starting a new series where we go through different locations within the North East and tell you all there is to do there. So whether you’re a local or a visitor looking for a weekend trip away, here’s some tips on what to do and where to go - starting with: Tynemouth!

5 Castles To Visit in the North East of England

by Caitlin Steele July 04, 2021 4 min read

I don’t know about you, but when I think of England one of the first things that comes to mind are our castles surrounded by stunning countryside views. We may be a small island, but we’re rich in history...the kings and queens of our past, the battles they fought, it’s all encapsulated in our fairytale-like castles and fearsome fortresses...

Paddle board your way into summer with CBK Adventure Tours

by Amelia Dunn June 24, 2021 4 min read

Thanks to three Lockdowns, gyms and workplaces being shut and insatiable boredom, I've spent the last year scavenging Whitley Bay for new Lockdown-friendly hobbies. It all started with long dog walks-turned-hikes and finished with open water swimming. But now that we FINALLY see an end in sight, I've been trying out some more out-of-the-box activities...

Guest Blog: Bay and Beyond - A day out at Stockeld Park

by Lucy Hull June 12, 2021 3 min read

We’re a family of four living in Whitley Bay; I’m Mum (Claire), married to Phil and we have two children who are five and seven. Bay and Beyond was created to share our family adventures and showcase the places we enjoy visiting in the area and beyond. As a family we love a good road trip; jumping in the car with a boot load of snacks and kids clothes for every eventuality! After a year of very few road trips we were so excited to be able to visit Stockeld Park near Wetherby.