Welcome to the North Pennines

This is one of England's most special places - a stunning landscape of open heather moors and peatlands, attractive dales and hay meadows, tumbling upland rivers, wonderful woods, welcoming communities, intriguing imprints of a mining and industrial past, distinctive birds, animals and plants and much, much more

In recognition of its special qualities the area has been designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The North Pennines is also a UNESCO European and Global Geopark - highlighting its globally important Earth heritage.

Latest

Lots of exciting local produce can be bought at a farmers' market

A taste of the North Pennines

Lovers of fresh local produce can discover some of what's available in the North Pennines at a mini-farmers' market at Allen Mill this Wednesday (March 10).

Read more...

Sounds of Killhope inspire school's art

For the second year running, Killhope, the North of England Lead Mining Museum hosted a three-day workshop to give students the opportunity to escape the school environment and explore interpretative art in a new and exciting setting.

 

Contractors needed for hay meadow restoration work

The North Pennines AONB Partnership is looking for contractors with experience in and enthusiasm for habitat restoration work.