HERE are the top 10 things to do this week, from staying at a boutique hotel to a self-guided treasure hunt.
1. Allenheads Rummage Sale and Fundraiser
When? Saturday, April 16
Where? Allenheads Heritage Centre
Explore stalls of bric-a-brac, clothing and small furnishing items. There will be an Easter egg hunt and a hog roast served from 11am, while the Allenheads Inn pub and Hemmel Cafe will also be open for refreshments.
2. Northumberland Hidden Gems Self-guided Tour and Treasure Hunt
When? Saturday, April 16
Where? Anywhere in the region
From a starting point of your choice, log in to the Loquiz app to begin and attempt to explore more than 100 destinations and challenges to earn points and prizes throughout Northumberland, or explore at your own pace. The TripAdvisor tour offers a chance to step off the beaten track to uncover hidden gems throughout the county, without the hassle of crowds.
3. The Not so Ugly Sisters
When? Sunday, April 17
Where? The Queen's Hall
Watch the famous fairytale from a different perspective of Cinderella's not so ugly sisters. The performance promises to be a theatrical treat not to be missed.
4. The Bad Guys
When? Saturday, April 16
Mr Wolf, Mr Piranha, Ms Tarantula, Mr Snake, and Mr Shark are well known for brazen thefts while escaping the hands of the authorities. The five fiendish friends have the difficult task of convincing everyone they have reformed their villainous ways to become model citizens.
5. Forest School Holiday Club at The Sill
When? Thursday, April 14
Where? Walltown Country Park
The Forest School supports children's connection to nature with activities including fire lighting, foraging, campfire cooking and wildlife discovery.
6. Stay at a boutique hotel
When? Friday, April 15
Where? Walwick Hall
Located on a beautiful 100 acre country estate, Walwick Hall offers luxury and a peaceful retreat from the noise of everyday life. Indulge in afternoon tea and locally sourced dishes.
7. Zyka Boutique Restaurant
When? Saturday, April 16
Where? Hexham
This fine dining Indian restaurant strives for a sophisticated but cosy ambience to enjoy delicious food including sea bass, beef curry, tandoori salmon and chicken tikka jalfrezi, among plenty of other options.
8. Drinks at the Heart of Northumberland
When? Saturday, April 16
Where? Hexham
Highly rated for their range of drinks and welcoming atmosphere, spend Saturday night relaxing with a pint of ale or glass of wine at this cosy traditional pub.
9. Quiz Night at The Victorian Tap
When? Thursday, April 14
Where? Hexham
The weekly quiz night at The Victorian Tap starts from 8.30pm and costs just £1 per person, which also includes a free supper.
10. Sunday lunch at The Golden Lion
When? Sunday, April 17
Where? Allendale
From a full Sunday roast with a choice of beef silverside, lamb wellington or pork loin with crackling to a vegetarian nut roast with all the trimmings, there's plenty to get stuck into at this traditional country pub.
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