Lilac Cottage

17/08/2025

Low tide on the River Aln on a sunny summer’s day. We have unexpected availability for the week starting Friday 29th August. Fancy a late summer break? Part weeks and discounted rates possible.

13/07/2025

A glorious Northumberland sunrise, and Lilac Cottage is unexpectedly available on Friday (18July) for up to a week. Reduced rate for a direct booking of £590. Do you fancy it?

08/05/2025

Yet more Orcas and Dolphins this May, off the Northumbrian coast, courtesy of Billy Shiel Farne Islands Boats!

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17/04/2025

Spring has arrived, with its golden evenings extending rapidly. Lovely Alnmouth is just a short distance away from Lilac Cottage. We have just a couple of weeks availability next month. Please get in touch if you fancy a quick getaway.

04/02/2025

Any one for Earl Grey on the beach? Winter days out near Lilac Cottage.

31/01/2025

It's Snowdrop time, where Howick Hall showcases its national collection.

🌿 A Festival of Snowdrops at Howick Hall Gardens & Arboretum starting on Saturday the 8th of February 2025 and then open daily from 10:30am till 4pm.

Assistance dogs only.

17/01/2025

We have our own website now! And we can take direct bookings. Please get in touch if you fancy a lovely Northumbrian holiday.

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13/01/2025

Embleton Bay, stunning even in a frosty day.

09/10/2024

Lovely Autumn colours just coming in at nearby Howick Hall Arboretum.

The season of flame-coloured trees and crunchy leaves is upon us. Here’s where to enjoy one of nature’s most spectacular shows — complete with a cosy place to stay

22/05/2024

Our lovely cosy Northumbrian holiday cottage has become available from this Friday (24th May) for up to a week. Coastal location. Good walks. Lovely views. Family friendly pub nearby. DM if you’re interested. We can offer a generous discount when booking direct.

22/03/2024

New ownership; fabulous new menu!

Exciting news! We're delighted to inform you that bookings are now open for our evening service.

Join us from 5:30pm on Wednesday 20th March, as we unveil our new evening menu. Our menu, designed by head chef Richard Sim, has been created using only the best of local Northumbrian produce to create simple dishes full of flavour.

To secure your table, simply click on the below link:

https://www.opentable.co.uk/r/bertrams-morpeth?corrid=c6eb94fb-220e-4bd3-971c-3fbc4fcb43fb&p=2&sd=2024-03-18T20%3A30%3A00

Please note our daytime menu remains the same and is available from 9.00am - 4.30pm, 7 days a week. No bookings required! 😀