Author: Ian Cook
Photo Gallery: Bamburgh Castle, Northumberland
Once home to the kings of ancient Northumbria, Bamburgh Castle is one of Northumberland’s most iconic buildings. Northern Soul‘s Ian Cook has taken some splendid photos of this amazing site.
Read the full story..Photo Gallery: Hadrian’s Wall, Northumberland
Northern Soul‘s Ian Cook takes some stunning photos of Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland.
Read the full story..Photo Gallery: Weeping Window, Woodhorn, Northumberland
Poppies: Weeping Window is at at Woodhorn Museum in Northumberland until November 1, 2015.
Read the full story..Lindisfarne and the Old Law Beacons, Northumberland
You can see them across the estuary when visiting the Holy Island of Lindisfarne.
Read the full story..Kittiwakes: Northern Urban Birds
During the Summer months, the NewcastleGateshead quayside is home to 600 pairs of breeding Kittiwakes. These seabirds create a spectacular show with their loud calls, graceful flight and chick-rearing dramas.
Read the full story..Photo Gallery: Aerial Northumberland
Northern Soul‘s Ian Cook shares a gallery of aerial photographs taken over Northumberland.
Read the full story..Editor's Picks
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- “People are a lot more aware of local businesses.” The founders of Roastea talk to Northern Soul
- “We have a basket that’s 4,000 years old, but looks like you can buy it in B&Q.” Campbell Price, Egyptologist and curator at Manchester Museum
- “It’s given us the time to sit down and realise where we want to go with our music.” The Orielles chat to Northern Soul
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