Responsible Access

This new freedom to walk across these areas comes with responsibilities for both users and land managers. Please respect the guidance outlined in the new Countryside Code:

• Be safe - plan ahead and follow any signs
• Leave gates and property as you find them
• Protect plants and animals, and take your litter home
• Keep dogs under close control
• Consider other people

In order to make the best of your visit, please call in to one of our National Park Visitor Centres, where you can talk to our informed staff or use the internet access there.

Moorland Access

Northumberland is renowned for its wide open moorland, which covers about 70% of the National Park. The Moorland Access Advisory Group has produced The Moorland Visitor’s Code which gives detailed information about how moorland is managed, the fantastic wildlife that is our upland heritage, and how to enjoy it in a responsible way.