FTLOTN Blog

We were lucky enough to receive a custom playlist crafted by the musical legend Beccy Owen. She's joined us for a chat about all things music, the North East and her success in the industry.

In 2020 we made a move to become more conscious about our waste and began our sustainability journey. If, like us, you're worried about the impact COVID is having on the environment, join us in taking some Steps to Sustainability.

An insider chat with Gary Dall, the man behind one of the most revolutionary restaurants in Whitley Bay, The Roxburgh.

If you're asking yourself 'should I start open water swimming?' this blog will probably put you off. For this slightly different blog I've tried swimming in the North Sea (in February) so you don't have to, have a read to find out how I got on.

Whether you’ll be able to see your Mam or not this Mother’s Day, things are still a long way from ‘normal’, so use this time to pick out the perfect gift to show her how much she means to you. Don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.

All the cards you need to say Happy Mother's Day to your Mam this year.

A look back on one of the best meals of 2020. Beware do not read this if you're hungry!

Since 2013 Lizzie Carins from Blinkin Imp has worked to create breathtaking graphic designs that are inspired by her beautiful home region in the North East, but how did she get to this point? We’re delving deeper into Lizzie’s career and her life before launching her incredible print studio to offer you an exclusive insight into her journey to success.

We're joined by guest blogger Nessie Wise to talk all things Carol Nunan. This is the first in the series of our 'Meet the Artists' blogs, offering insight into the behind-the-scenes of the talented creatives of the North East.

A long and peaceful summer meets an abrupt ending when crooked ex-colleague John Brace declares he knows the location of a dead body, descending Vera and her team into chaos. When not one but two bodies are uncovered at St Mary’s Lighthouse Vera and her team must work out who to trust and who to suspect.

Bestselling author and creator of Vera, Ann Cleeves joins For the Love of the North to talk all things North East. 

When things feel COVID-safe enough for you, you may want to venture further out in your car to more remote areas to enjoy longer walks and a much-needed change of scenery. Though many usual walking routes on the National Trust may be temporarily closed due to the Lockdown, we’ve got one of our favourite countryside trails here for you to enjoy.

Print out or step-by-step walking guide or write it out and prepare for your walk, but remember to wrap up warm!

So on a very atmospheric Autumn Monday morning, and suitably dressed for the great outdoors (well footwear anyway), we set off on the train from Newcastle Central station along the Tyne Valley to Haltwhistle.  We headed for Sycamore Gap and Hadrian's wall with Gill from Unfurl Photography where we soon become immersed in the adventure along the wall.