Welcome to Barrow Burn

Barrow Burn is a small stream that flows through the county of Northumberland in England. It is located in the Northumberland National Park and is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. The stream is surrounded by beautiful scenery, including rolling hills, forests, and meadows. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including otters, badgers, and birds of prey.

The Barrow Burn is a tributary of the River Coquet and is approximately 10 miles long. It begins in the hills near the Scottish border and flows through the countryside before joining the River Coquet near the village of Rothbury. The stream is known for its clear water and is a popular spot for fishing. The Barrow Burn is also home to a number of historic sites, including the remains of a Roman fort and a medieval castle.

Visitors to Barrow Burn can enjoy a range of activities, including hiking, fishing, and birdwatching. The area is also popular with photographers, who come to capture the stunning scenery and wildlife. There are several walking trails in the area, ranging from easy strolls to more challenging hikes. The Barrow Burn is a peaceful and tranquil place, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Local Schools

School	Details
Harbottle Church Of England First School Academy Converter Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Nikki Buckley-Feiven	Harbottle Morpeth Northumberland NE65 7DG 1669650271 School Website
Branton Community First School Community School Ages:2-9 Head Teacher Mrs Zoe Ryan	Branton Powburn Alnwick Northumberland NE66 4JF 01665578225 School Website
Thropton Village First School Academy Converter Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mr Liam Murtagh	Thropton Morpeth Northumberland NE65 7JD 1669620297 School Website
Otterburn First School Community School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mr Alison Woodcock	Otterburn Newcastle Upon Tyne Northumberland NE19 1JF 01830520283 School Website
Whittingham Church Of England First School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Belinda Athey	Whittingham Alnwick Northumberland NE66 4UP 01665574222 School Website
Glendale Middle School Community School Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Mr Michael Deane-Hall	15 Brewery Lane Wooler Northumberland NE71 6QF 01668281470 School Website
Wooler First School Community School Ages:2-9 Head Teacher Mr Mike Deane-Hall	Brewery Road Wooler Northumberland NE71 6QF 01668281470 School Website
Rothbury First School Community School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Cheryl Auld And Mrs Helen Duffield	Addycombe Rothbury Morpeth Northumberland NE65 7PG 01669620283 School Website
Dr Thomlinson Church Of England Middle School Academy Converter Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Mr Liam Murtagh	Silverton Lane Rothbury Morpeth Northumberland NE65 7RJ 1669620287 School Website
Ford Castle Residential Centre Miscellaneous Ages:16-99	Ford Berwick-Upon-Tweed Northumberland TD15 2PX

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Acklington Off B6345, Acklington, Northumberland, NE65 4DE 11.80 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Glendale Taxis 01668 282292 29 Glendale Rd, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6DN 11.99 Miles
Ddm Private Hire Ltd 01668 283023 3 Fenton Grange, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6AW 12.24 Miles
Border Villager Taxi 07765 791348 6 E Flodden Farm Cottages, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6JF 14.16 Miles
1St Taxis 0131 600 0015 12 Headrig, Jedburgh, Scottish Borders, TD8 6HP 14.39 Miles
Peter Hogg Coach Hire (Scotland) 01835 863755 Bankend Industrial Estate, Jedburgh, Scottish Borders, TD8 6ED 14.51 Miles
Networks Taxis 01835 850215 West Nisbet Farmhouse, Jedburgh, Scottish Borders, TD8 6TR 14.74 Miles
Kelso Taxis 01573 228182 Pinnacle Hill Farm House Sprouston Road, Kelso, Scottish Borders, TD5 8ES 15.46 Miles
Kwik Cab Taxis 01573 225451 22 Roxburgh Street, Kelso, Scottish Borders, TD5 7DH 15.99 Miles
Fone A Cab Taxi Kelso 01573 228026 Hendersyde Drive, Kelso, Scottish Borders, TD5 7TH 16.41 Miles
Premier Taxis 01573 223100 36 Sydenham Court, Kelso, Scottish Borders, TD5 7NR 16.46 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Windyhaugh Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Linbriggs Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Alwinton Village - R Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Biddleston Village Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Netherton Village Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Burradon Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Prendwick - D Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Cheviot Medical Group 01668 281575	Cheviot Medical Group Padgepool Place Wooler Northumberland NE71 6BL
Wooler Health 01668 281740	Cheviot Primary Care Cent Padgepool Place Wooler NE71 6BL
The Rothbury Practice 01669 620339	The Rothbury Practice 3 Market Place,Rothbury Morpeth Northumberland NE65 7UW
Longframlington Surgery	Longframlington Morpeth Northumberland NE65 8AD
Bellingham Practice 01434 220203	Bellingham Practice Bellingham Hexham Northumberland NE48 2HE

Local Stores

Wooler - Market Place
10 Market Place
Wooler
Northumberland
NE71 6LH
01668 281445
Store Website
12.01 miles

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SPAR Thropton
West End Garage
Main Road
Thropton
NE65 7LT
0330 355 9239
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Cheviot Vets Ltd
Brandon White House Farm Powburn Alnwick Northumberland NE66 4JE 01665 578728 reception@cheviotvets.co.uk Website 11.83 miles
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Alnorthumbria Vets (Wooler)
29 Ryecroft Way Wooler Northumberland NE71 6DY 01668 281323 wooler@alnorthumbriavets.co.uk Website 12.18 miles

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Alnorthumbria Vets (Rothbury)
Front Street Rothbury Morpeth Northumberland NE65 7UG 01669 620638 rothbury@alnorthumbriavets.co.uk Website 13.39 miles
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Black Sheep Farm Health Llp
Unit 4A Rothbury Industrial Estate Coquet View Rothbury Morpeth Northumberland NE65 7RZ 01669 838 288 info@bsfh.co.uk Website 13.92 miles
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Cheviot Vets
Pinnaclemill Industrial Estate Kelso Roxburghshire TD5 8AS 01573 228 634 reception@cheviotvets.co.uk Website 15.09 miles

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Galedin Ltd T/A Galedin Veterinary
The Knowes Kelso Roxburghshire TD5 7BH 01573 224496 kelso@galedinvet.com Website 15.79 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Ingram Valley
. NE66 4LT 9.33 miles Leave The A697 At The Junction Signed Ingram. Follow The Valley Road For 3 Miles. After Crossing The River Breamish, Park In The Ingram Bridge Car Park Immediately On The Left.

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Hindhope Linn Blakehopeburnhaugh
Hidden Away On This Short Walk Is The Gem Of A Waterfall Known As Hindhope Linn. Head Up The Forest Road, Passing Blakehopeburnhaugh Farm On The Right. After Turning Into A Well Thinned Crop Of Scots Pine, Follow The Path Above A Gorge Which Overlooks The Blakehope Burn. Carefully Descend The Steps And Enjoy The Magical Secret Of This Trail. From Here, The Path Winds Through Some Shady Riverside Before Climbing Up Again. After Crossing The Hindehope Burn, The Trail Passes The Top Of The Waterfall. Moderate. 1.25 Miles/ 2K 45 Mins. Blakehopeburnhaugh Rochester Lancashire 9.57 miles Redesdale Forest

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Cragside
. NE65 7PX 13.84 miles 13 Miles South-West Of Alnwick (B6341) And 15 Miles North-West Of Morpeth On Wooler Road (A697), Turn Left On To B6341 At Moorhouse Crossroads, With The Entrance 1 Mile North Of Rothbury.

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Etal Riverside Walk
Lovely Pathed Walk Through Forest Land Following The River Till. This Walk Can Lead On To Others, Which Are Signposted As You Carry On Along The Walk. Possibility Of Seeing Heron, Deer, Otters And Other Wildlife. When You Return To The Car, There Is A Pub Not Far Back Along The Road. 68 16.92 miles Park Up On The Ring By The River Crossing. The Path Is Up The Bank To Your Right When You'Re Looking Down, Away From The Road.

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Falstone
A Walk Around Riverbanks And An Old Railway Line, In Use Between 1862-1958. The Railway Line Was Once Part Of The Border Counties Railway. NE48 1AA 18.27 miles Leave The A69 & Take The A6079 North. Turn Left Onto The B6318 To Chollerford, Then Take The B6320 To Bellingham, At The Roundabout. Turn Left From Bellingham & Follow The Signs For Kielder Water & Forest. Just Before The Reservoir, Turn Right Into Falstone.

Duddo Stone Circle
This Walk Is Fairly Short But Is A Lovely One For Those Interested In History As There Is A Sign With Info To The Left Of The Stone Circle. Very Clearly Pathed, Just Make Sure Not To Miss The Road Side Sign On The Right Where You Have To Park. Unnamed Road Berwick-Upon-Tweed Lancashire TD15 2PS 18.87 miles Park On The Verge, On The Right Hand Side. The Walk Has A Sign At The Beginning But Is Clearly Pathed

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