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The waters along its stunning coastline are home to seals, dolphins and a wide array of sea creatures, while vast areas of unspoilt countryside are home to ospreys, red squirrels and much more.
And if something a little more unusual is what you’re looking for, lemurs, meerkats and other exotic animals and birds can be found in the county’s zoos.
Take a look here to see what Northumberland has to offer….
5. Otter, Berwick
Wild otters are elusive but it is occasionally possible to spot them on the River Tweed in Berwick along New Road between the Old Bridge and Chateau Pedro. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Colin Hardy
6. Roseate terns on Coquet Island
Coquet Island, off Amble, is the only site left in the UK where you can still find a breeding colony of roseate terns. A timid bird by nature, they are especially vulnerable to bad weather, predators and any variation in the availability of food. | Other 3rd Party Photo: NOP
7. Whitehouse Farm, near Morpeth
Whitehouse Farm Centre is Northumberland’s largest family run farm attraction spread over 40 acres, located south of Morpeth and just a mile off the A1. Among its attractions are wallabies, meerkats and Marmoset monkeys. | JPIMedia Photo: Jane Coltman
8. Kirkley Hall Zoo
You can plan a fun filled day out at Kirkley Hall - there is so much to see and do. You'll meet all types of animals in the zoo including rainbow lorikeets, macaws and bearded dragons (pictured). | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Jane Coltman