Latest STEAM figures confirm the Park's growing role in the region, contributing £146m and 1,369 jobs to the North East economy.

The Highlander Ponteland has been named as one of the best pubs in the UK. The family gastro pub became a Highly Commended venue at the 2026 National Pub & Bar Awards earlier this month.

North East-based holiday home management company North East Escapes has been named Start Up and Grow Business of the Year at the North East Chamber of Commerce Awards, marking a major milestone in its growth.

With just over a month to go until entries close for the North East England Tourism Awards, visitor economy businesses from across the North East are being encouraged to enter before its too late.

The Doxford Group in Northumberland is continuing its support for the Great North Air Ambulance Service (GNAAS) through its popular afternoon tea offering at The Tempus. 

Northumberland played a key role in showcasing the region’s distinctive offer, as the North East welcomed more than 200 travel writers and influencers to the region this week for leading travel media event, Media Getaway.