Coastal and Highland Escapes

Discover Weekend Routes With Local Character

Northlight Tourism Board curates independent lodging, seasonal food trails, and rail-connected day trips for visitors traveling across the northern coast and hill districts.

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Three-Day City + Coast Itinerary

Day 1
Start in Market Row with craft bakeries and harbour galleries.

Enjoy a carefree wander through maze-like market lanes where local makers set out hand-thrown ceramics, sea-salt chocolates, and bright textiles before lunch by the water.

Day 2
Explore the tidal reserve, lighthouse walk, and evening seafood market.

Take your time along cliffside viewpoints, pause for guided wildlife spotting in the reserve, then settle into dusk-lit food stalls serving the day's freshest coastal dishes.

Day 3
Finish with the highland rail pass and village food hall stops.

Glide between hill villages by scenic rail, hop off for panoramic walks and artisan kitchens, and close out the trip with live music and regional tastings in the food hall.

Visitor Snapshot

1.8M

Annual overnight stays across partner towns.

54%

Guests arriving by rail or coach in 2025.

Upcoming Highlights

  • Day 04

    Waterfront parade and lantern welcome along the main promenade.

  • Day 09

    Night market at Pier Square with food carts, makers, and live acoustic sets.

  • Day 16

    Open-air folk concert series across the old quay and village green.