However, these pubs and hotels are still the beating heart of many communities and could be an opportunity for someone looking for a new job or lifestyle change.
Here are 16 currently on the market in Northumberland
1. Middleton Hall
Middleton Hall, near Belford, is being marketed as a hotel with holiday lets. It is for sale through Christie & Co for £5.95m. Photo: RightMove
2. The Angel Inn
The Angel Inn at Corbridge is for sale through Christie & Co for £2.5m. Photo: RightMove
3. The Sunningdale Hotel
The Sunningdale Hotel in Bamburgh is for sale through Christie & Co for offers over £1.975m. Photo: Google
4. The White Swan
The White Swan Inn at Warenford, near Belford, is for sale through Christie & Co for £640,000. Photo: Google
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