The North East's 'best autumn walk' for 2026 has been named and it's in Gateshead

Recent developments in the North East include the naming of Gateshead's premier autumn walk for 2026, as experts have compiled a definitive list of the region's top walking routes for the season. Simultaneously, the property market has seen a price reduction for Sixty One, a boutique hotel and wedding venue. Previously listed at £2.5m, the venue's asking price has been slashed to attract potential buyers seeking luxury hospitality opportunities within the North East area.