Anglo‑Saxon Northumberland & Whisky
From ancient Bernicia to Ad Gefrin, uncover Northumbria’s Anglo‑Saxon heart.
Tour Description
Journey into the ancient kingdom of Bernicia... and finish with a dram or two inspired by Northumbria’s Anglo Saxon past. This tour carries you through the rolling Scottish Borders and into the heartlands of the Anglo‑Saxon world. You’ll explore landscapes once ruled by early medieval kings, wander through one of Britain’s most storied castles and step inside a remarkable modern distillery that brings the Anglo‑Saxon age vividly to life. Typical itinerary: AM: - 08:30 - Pick up at your chosen location. (Timing based on an Edinburgh departure). - Stop off on the Anglo-Scots border where the historic River Tweed forms the border itself and visit the Homestead farm shop and café on the Hirsel estate. Enjoy something delicious to eat followed by a short walk. PM: - Explore Bamburgh Castle. Under Anglo-Saxon control from the 6th-11th Centuries this castle is steeped in ancient history. The capital of the ancient kingdom of Bernicia once stood here and held sway from the River Forth at Edinburgh to the River Tees at Middlesborough. The site has changed hands many times and the imposing, mostly Norman castle, now standing here is an awesome sight. - Visit Ad Gefrin Distillery. What has whisky got to do with the Anglo Saxons? Not much until this sensational distillery opened its doors, complete with an Anglo Saxon Museum and incredible re-creation of a great hall. This distillery takes its name from the nearby archaeological site of the palace of King Edwin of Northumbria (586-633). - 18:00 - Drop off at your accommodation. This is based on an Edinburgh drop-off. Why not combine your day tour into a longer adventure? Stay overnight in one of the region's fantastic hotels and pair this experience with another of our Scottish Borders or Northumberland tours. Just get in touch - we'll be happy to craft a bespoke itinerary for you. Please note, accommodation is not included on our multi-day tours, giving you the flexibility to choose lodgings that suit your style and budget. Our experienced team are happy to provide recommendations. Please also note, additional excursions or optional activities may be offered during your tour. Participation in extra excursions is entirely optional and may incur additional costs, which will be clearly communicated at the start of your tour. These are subject to availability and may depend on factors such as weather, seasonal access, or local conditions. See our full T&C's for further info.
Deposit, Payments, Cancellation, Refunds, Special Requests & Optional Excursions
Deposit is paid at the time of booking, which secures your tour date with us. The remaining balance will be invoiced immediately and is due 30 days before the tour. Tours booked within 30 days require deposit and full payment immediately. Please note, if the balance is not paid by the 30‑day deadline, the booking will be cancelled and the deposit retained. Cancellations & Refunds - by you: - Cancellations made more than 30 days before the tour date will receive a full refund, excluding the deposit. - Cancellations made 15–30 days before the tour date will receive a 50% refund, excluding the deposit. - Cancellations made less than 15 days before the tour date are non‑refundable, including the deposit. If a guest chooses or is required to end their trip early once a tour has begun, no full or partial refunds will be issued. We will, however, assist with onward travel or local guidance where possible. To cancel or request a date change, please contact info@drummondscottishtours.com. Cancellations - by us: In the unlikely event that we must cancel a tour (e.g. severe weather or unforeseen circumstances), you will be offered a full refund or the option to reschedule. Special Requests & Accessibility Please inform us of any special requests at the time of booking. We will make every reasonable effort to accommodate them, though we cannot guarantee all requests can be fulfilled. Drummond Scottish Tours is not a specialised provider for disabled travellers. While we will always try to assist, we cannot guarantee full accessibility across all tours, vehicles, or locations. Travelling with Children Guests travelling with infants or young children must bring their own appropriate ISOFIX child or baby seat, as we do not provide child seats. Accommodation We do not arrange accommodation for multi‑day tours, but we are happy to suggest trusted local options if needed. Optional Extras Additional excursions or optional activities may be offered during your tour. These are entirely optional, may incur extra costs, and are subject to availability, weather, and seasonal access. All costs will be clearly communicated before booking. Please visit www.drummondscottishtours.com/termsandconditions to view our full Terms and Conditions.