‘What a place – it made us all laugh’: readers’ favourite October half-term trips

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My family enjoyed a long autumn weekend at Newton Hall’s cabins (from £185pn, sleeping 2-6) near Seahouses. Cabins are luxurious and child- and dog-friendly and have hot tubs and fire pits. There is so much to do in the area, including Lindisfarne – the lady from English Heritage was so friendly and full of knowledge. Then on to Bamburgh Castle and beach – fantastic. Nearby Alnwick Castle is a great day out – we all loved trying on the medieval costumes. My favourite though is Seahouses. Take a boat to Farne island (from £20) – the best time to see the seals is autumn. Then wander round the Farne Islands gift shop. Really takes you back to your childhood. Back at Seahouses there’s proper fish and chips among other meals at the Olde Ship Inn – the food is very good and staff so friendly.
Elizabeth