Finding Peace in the Quietest Corners of the UK

Northumberland’s ancient priories were built as sanctuaries for the soul. From the riverside isolation of Brinkburn to the subterranean Saxon silence of Hexham Abbey, we explore the sacred spaces where the “Quiet Life” has been practiced for centuries—and how you can still find a restorative escape there today.

Escape to the “High Silence” of the Cheviot Hills. In England’s quietest county, these remote valleys and rolling peaks offer a level of solitude that is hard to find elsewhere. From the hidden waterfall of Linhope Spout to the vast horizons of the Harthope Valley, learn how to navigate and enjoy Northumberland’s most peaceful wilderness.

Discover the art of total isolation in the heart of Northumberland National Park. From hand-crafted timber interiors to private wood-fired hot tubs under the stars, explore how these single-unit shepherd’s huts provide the ultimate off-grid sanctuary for those looking to disconnect and recharge.