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If you are looking for any goods or services, why not start here and buy from a local business.
Our local information page is to enable residents, visitors and businesses to discover the best that the Heart of Hadrian's Wall has to offer.
If we have missed anyone or you know of a business we should include then do not hesitate to contact us!
Zyka Boutique Restaurant & Lounge
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A modern Indian/Asian boutique restaurant, offering a stylish but cosy ambiance to enjoy food with loved ones, friends and associates.
Roman Army Museum
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Roman Army Museum, Carvoran, Greenhead (Open daily from February to October, times may vary). The fort at Carvoran predated the Wall, housing 1000 men in AD 80, but there is hardly anything left above ground. The Carrick family who farmed there through the 18th and 19th centuries found it...
Chesters Roman Fort and Museum
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Chesters Roman Fort is one of the most impressive visitor attractions on Hadrian's Wall and the best preserved Roman cavalary fort in Britain. Built almost 2000 years ago it housed a Roman army garrison who were guarding the nearby bridge across the River Tyne. You can imagine what life...
The Heart of Hadrian's Wall Tourism Association is a not for profit organisation promoting small tourism businesses between Heddon-on-the-Wall and Brampton. Its aim is to help small tourism businesses support each other - and to inform and encourage visitors to the area. Join...
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A short drive north from Hadrian’s Wall through the stunning Northumberland National Park will take you into the Heart of Northumberland. The village of Rothbury is at the centre of the Heart of Northumberland and visitors will find that Coquetdale and the surrounding area is studded with beautiful villages....
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Kielder is home to Europe's largest man-made lake, and there is so much to see and do while you're there, that you'll want to keep coming back.
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A jewel in the crown of Northumberland. Lying just off the A69, about 18 miles west of Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Well known for its quaintness and unique boutique shops Corbridge is an ideal base to explore the beauty of Northumberland. Corbridge grew form the Roman settlement of...
The Scypen Cafe
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Freshly prepared organic/fairtrade food sourced from local, organic producers and cooked on an Esse wood fired stove. Morning coffees, light lunches, afternoon teas. Evening meals must be booked. Bespoke Cheese making and cooking courses and demonstrations. Farm walks with views over the Solway, Lake District, and Hadrians Wall. Family...
Isaac's Tea Trail
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Isaac's Tea Trail has been described as England's last great undiscovered wilderness trek. The trail runs over 36 miles and is mainly in Northumberland and entirely within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Following in Isaac's footsteps is a great way to discover the comparatively...
Route 68 - the Pennine Cycleway
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Route 68 is known as the Pennine Cycleway, and runs up the spine of England and through three National Parks between Derby and Berwick-upon-Tweed. The route takes in some of the most spectacular landscapes and unspoilt countryside that England has to offer, including the Eden valley, the North Pennines...
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Set at very heart of more than 2000 years of history, Haltwhistle is the geographical Centre of Britain (mid-point of the longest line of longitude that can be drawn through Britain with its centre on land) and it’s at the centre of everything that keeps visitors returning to England’s...
Centre of Britain Hotel
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The menu is extensive many international dishes on offer and served in large portions in a Norwegian themed restaurant. You won’t be going hungry after eating at the Centre of Britain!
Lanercost Priory
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Lanercost Priory, founded in 1166 and disbanded during the Dissolution of the Monasteries in the reign of Henry VIII. Edward I stayed at Lanercost in 1307 during one of his journeys to fight the Scots but he was too ill to continue and died shortly afterwards at Burgh by...
Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery
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Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery houses considerable collections of fine and decorative art, human history and natural sciences. A fusion of old and new awaits you, from the beautiful Old Tullie House, a classical Grade One Listed Jacobean building to the Border Galleries, full of exciting...
Sewingshields
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On the north side of the ridge of the Whin Sill, on which sits Hadrian’s Wall, there is an area of marshland called Fogy Moss, which in the Middle Ages housed the castle of Sewingshields. All that remains today is an island of firm ground which rises from the...
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Newcastle About 40 miles east of the coast is the vibrant city of Newcastle upon Tyne. Although known as an international party city it still has some of the finest architecture in northern Europe. In the very heart of the city is the Castle Keep whose...
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Known as the Centre of Britain, Haltwhistle is situated on the Newcastle to Carlisle rail line and Haltwhistle station is just two minutes’ walk from the Information Centre. Incidentally, this is one of the best rail stations to be used for accessing the Hadrian’s Wall World Heritage site. ...
Tyne Green Country Park
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Is a beautiful strip of public land which runs alongside the river Tyne. The Tyne bridge is the main entrance into Hexham and is a back drop to this idyllic open park. Along the green is a rowing club, a wonderful picnic area and open grass area,...
The Rat Inn
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With stunning views of the Tynedale Valley, The Rat Inn is nestled in the hamlet of Anick, and offers tempting menus that change daily to take advantage of the best of the local, seasonal produce that there is on offer. With quality real ales and a selection of wines,...
Holy Cross Church, Haltwhistle
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The Church of the Holy Cross is a very fine and original example of early 13th century architecture. Its importance lies in it being of one style, built in one period, and the restoration carried out by R J Johnson in 1870 shows sympathetic judgment. The plan of the...
The Black Bull
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A welcoming, traditional, old-world pub with its original foundations in the 12th century. Showcasing a huge variety of real ales and serving delicious, home-cooked food. The menu is not extensive, but all food is cooked to order. Parties of 6+ people need to book at least 24 hours in...
Greenhead Tea Rooms
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Greenhead tea room is open daily 10am to 4pm. Situated on the B6318 in Greenhead village. The tea room is a 5 minute walk from Hadrian's Wall and Pennine Way tails. All cakes, scones, soup, biscuits, tray bakes are made on the premises....
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Haydon Bridge derived its name from the Saxon words signifying an enclosed place (Haydon) and because of its crossing of the South Tyne. To the north of the village is the small church of Haydon, believed to have been erected about 1190. Its chantry chapel dates from the 14th...
The South Tyne Cycle Trail
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The South Tyne Cycle Trail runs between Haltwhistle and the source of the river South Tyne above Alston and Garrigill. It runs past the magnificent Lambley Viaduct, through riverside meadows and the wild moorland of the North Pennine AONB.
John Martin Trail
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John Martin (1789 - 1864) was to become the most popular landscape artist and engraver of his time. The John Martin Trail is in two circular sections centered on Haydon Bridge, the northern section to Haydon Old Church (2 miles) and the southern section to Allen Banks,...
St Oswald’s Church, Heavenfield
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St Oswald’s church – Heavenfield is on the site of what is believed to be the location where King Oswald raised a large wooden cross and called his troops to pray before the battle of Heavenfield (AD 633) The significance of the battle of Heavenfield lies in the re-establishment...
Hexham Abbey
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There has been a church on this site over for 1300 years since Queen Etheldreda made a grant of lands to Wilfrid, Bishop of York c.674.
The Hadrian’s Cycleway
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The Hadrian’s Cycleway runs the length of the Wall between Maryport on the West coast and Newcastle-upon-Tyne on the East coast. This exciting cycleway passes through picturesque market towns and villages as well as passing historic Roman forts.
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Charges apply if using public computers to access the internet. Phone for up to date opening times.
Hareshaw Linn
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Designated as a 'site of Special Scientific Interest' for its rich diversity of wildlife especially the luxurious fern, mosses and lichens growing on the trees and rocks. This 3 mile walk follows alongside the burn up to a beautiful waterfall. It passes through a steep sided wooded...
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Just an hour’s drive down the M6 takes you into the Lake District, England’s largest National Park. it's located entirely within the county of Cumbria, with all the land in England higher than 3,000 feet (914 m) above sea level situated within the Lake District, including Scafell Pike, the...
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The North Pennines is one of England's most special places - a peaceful, unspoilt landscape with a rich history and vibrant natural beauty. It was designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in 1988.
http://www.northpennines.org.uk/
Birdoswald Cheese
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Traditional hand made cheese made with fresh warm milk from our small herd of Aryshire cows. The farm is certified organic with the Soil Association with high standards of animal welfare and food ethics. Conservation farm with wild flower meadows, hedges and dry stone walls supporting lots of wildlife....
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Greenhead is a small village in the central section of Hadrian's Wall, just down the hill from the Roman Army Museum at Carvoran and Walltown Quarry, and a couple of fields away from Thirlwall Castle. From the 18th century, the Greenhead area was mined for coal. Where...
Haltwhistle Rings Walks Leaflets
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Haltwhistle Rings Walks Leaflets - Describing 22 walks in and around the historic parishes of Haltwhistle and the surrounding area. Available from Haltwhistle Partnership Office and various outlets in the town, price £6.50 (£9.50 including postage & packing).
Il Piccolo
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With authentic Italian cuisine, served in a relaxed and friendly setting, Il Piccolo is owned and run by Sicilian-born chef Emanuele Orto and his wife Pam. With Sicilian, North African, and Norman influences, the menu is rich in local produce and heavily features olives, oranges, lemons, herbs, almonds, aubergines,...
Blenkinsopp Castle
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At Blenkinsopp Castle (probably originally called Blencan's Hope, i.e. valley) near Greenhead, the resident ghost is a White Lady who is reputed to be trapped as a spirit which cannot be released until the treasure which she hid from her husband, (thought to have been booty from the Crusades)...
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Creativity, Culture and Countryside. Set beside the Lake inspired by Capability Brown’s original plan, Kirkharle promises Creativity and Culture in the beautiful Northumbrian Countryside. Enjoy a great day out to explore the inspirational landscape and courtyard at the birthplace of the most...
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This centre is run by an enthusiastic team of volunteers, based in the Moot Hall, situated in the centre of the historic rural town of Brampton. The Volunteers have a lot of information about both the town and its fascinating history (with references to Bonnie Prince Charlie, Oliver Cromwell...
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Lying in the heart of Northumberland, Redesdale is an area of spectacular natural beauty and tranquility, stretching north to the Scottish Borders and west to Kielder Water & Forest Park. Nicknamed Wild Redesdale, the area offers breathtaking scenery, wildlife, fishing, horse riding, quad bike safaris, clay shooting,...
Hadrian's Wall Path National Trail
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Hadrian's Wall Path National Trail is the long-distance footpath that runs through the World Heritage Site. 84 miles of glorious walking through rugged moorland, rolling fields and dynamic urban landscape. The National Trail runs a passport season between May and October each year where walkers can use...
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A visit to the Scottish Borders is to experience Scotland at its traditional best. The Borders has been fought over since Roman times, and was the cradle for the spread of Christianity in Scotland and the North of England, as well as home to the lawless...
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This centre is located at Housesteads Roman Fort and has a role as a National Trust Information Centre, as well as providing local information. The centre sells local and Roman souvenirs to remember your day out. Tea, coffee and snacks are on offer. Toilet facilities (including baby changing) are...
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