Recognising that traditional housing for older people needed to be transformed, Northumberland Estates has developed a new concept in senior living that offers independence, freedom and flexibility within a community setting, and close access to health and social care facilities. The result is the Backworth Ageing Well Village, a ground-breaking community development for people living in later life.

Northumberland Estates today welcomed a decision by government ministers to approve a new Northumberland rail line. Transport Secretary Grant Shapps  has granted an order authorising the purchase of land and the closure of level crossings following a public inquiry into the scheme.

Plans for new homes on the outskirts of Newcastle have been revealed through an online public consultation. The proposed development by a consortium comprising Northumberland Estates, Persimmon Homes, Taylor Wimpey and the Quadrini family would see up to 1,600 two, three, four and five bedroomed properties built at Upper Callerton near Westerhope.

Alnwick Castle Golf Club is set to benefit from a range of new facilities including a new clubhouse, changing facilities and green keepers shed as well as course improvements. This has all been made possible through a joint project between the golf club and owners Northumberland Estates.