Northumberland is known for its scenic drives such as the Coastal Route that connects Bamburgh to Amble.
What it's not known so much for is stellar public transport links - either bus or rail. However, it has been named one of the best places to have a car-free break in the UK - along with a handful of attractions in Newcastle and North Tyneside.
With just a month left until the culmination of the 1900 Festival, history and hostelling around Hadrian's Wall has been recommended as the centre of a car-free break in the county. And it is possible even for those looking for a day out from Newcastle, all you need to do is take a train to Hexham or Haltwhistle and hop on the AD122 bus, named as one of the most scenic bus routes in the country earlier this year.
