Welcome to Black Heddon

Black Heddon is a small village located in the county of Northumberland, England. It is situated on the banks of the River Wansbeck and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque scenery and is a popular destination for tourists who come to enjoy the peace and tranquility of the area.

The village has a rich history and is home to several historic buildings, including the Black Heddon Tower, which dates back to the 14th century. The tower was once used as a lookout point to warn of approaching enemies and is now a popular tourist attraction. The village also has a number of traditional pubs and restaurants, where visitors can enjoy a meal or a drink while taking in the stunning views.

Black Heddon is a great place to explore the Northumberland countryside. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and beautiful forests, making it the perfect destination for hikers and nature lovers. The River Wansbeck is also a popular spot for fishing, and visitors can enjoy a day out on the water trying to catch salmon or trout. Overall, Black Heddon is a charming village that offers visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the beauty of the Northumberland countryside.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 7.3°C

Feels Like: 3.4°C

Wind: 16.3 MPH

Wind Dir: NNW

Local Schools

School	Details
Belsay Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lynn Blain	Belsay Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Tyne And Wear NE20 0ET 1661881641 School Website
Stamfordham First School Community School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Miss Lynsey Briddock	Stamfordham Newcastle Upon Tyne Northumberland NE18 0NA 01661886358 School Website
Whalton Church Of England Aided First School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Nichola Brannen	Whalton Morpeth Northumberland NE61 3XH 01670775216 School Website
Richard Coates Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Heather Cape	Thornhill Road Ponteland Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Tyne And Wear NE20 9QB 1661823167 School Website
Darras Hall Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Victoria Parr	Middle Drive Newcastle-Upon-Tyne NE20 9DS 1661823857 School Website
Ponteland High School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Stefan Mcelwee	The Crescent Callerton Lane Ponteland Northumberland NE20 9EG 1661824711 School Website
Ponteland Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lynn Blain	Callerton Lane Ponteland The Crescent, Callerton Lane, Ponteland Northumberland NE20 9EG 1661822103 School Website
Ponteland Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Carl Johnson	Callerton Lane Ponteland Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Tyne And Wear NE20 9EY 1661824853 School Website
Heddon-On-The-Wall, St Andrew's Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Wheatley	Trajan Walk Heddon-On-The-Wall Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Northumberland NE15 0BJ 1661853350 School Website
Cambo First School Community School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Paula Cummings	Cambo Morpeth Northumberland NE61 4BE 01670774210 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Wylam Station Road, Wylam, Tyne And Wear, NE41 8JA 7.67 Miles

Prudhoe Station Gate, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 6NR 7.84 Miles

Stocksfield Stocksfield, Stocksfield, Northumberland, NE43 7NQ 9.25 Miles

Corbridge Station Road, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5AY 9.46 Miles

Riding Mill Riding Mill, Riding Mill, Northumberland, NE44 6EP 9.71 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Ace Taxi's 0191 229 0576 Newburn Rd, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE15 9AF 7.73 Miles
Airparks Newcastle - Newcastle Airport Parking 0191 286 9899 Callerton Ln, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE13 8DN 7.78 Miles
Gilmore Taxis 01661 833797 Front Street, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 5HJ 8.21 Miles
Get Carter Luxury Mini Bus Travel 0191 267 8989 40 Minerva Close, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE5 1YN 8.25 Miles
K K Kabs 01661 831321 13 Rowan Grove, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 6PP 8.26 Miles
Arran Cabs 01661 830999 21A Front Street, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 5HN 8.28 Miles
Prudhoe Taxis 01661 833833 3 South Road, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 5JT 8.31 Miles
A1 Castle Cabs 01661 834800 21 Stancley Rd, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 5AG 8.39 Miles
Classic Cars 0191 413 1997 The Grove, Ryton, Tyne And Wear, NE40 3QR 8.48 Miles
Caisleycabs 0800 118 5018 89 Abbey Meadows, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2XZ 8.87 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Wallridge Cottages - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Fenwick - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Hawkwell - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Highlander Inn - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cheesburn Grange - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dalton - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Higham Dykes - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dissington Lodge - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
12 Grange Road	White Medical Group Stamfordham Newcastle Upon Tyne Tyne And Wear NE18 0PF
Stamfordham Surgery	16 Grange Road Stamfordham Newcastle Upon Tyne Tyne And Wear NE18 0PF
Albermarle Medical Centre	Albermarle Medical Centre Ouston Near Harlow Hill Newcastle Upon Tyne Tyne And Wear NE15 0RF
Darras Hall Surgery	The Broadway Ponteland Newcastle Upon Tyne Tyne And Wear NE20 9PW
Ponteland Medical Group - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Meadowfield Industrial Estate Ponteland Newcastle Upon Tyne NE20 9SD

Local Stores

Ponteland
15 Broadway
Ponteland
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Northumberland
NE20 9PW
01661 824165
Store Website
5.45 miles

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SPAR Heddon
Heddon Service Station
Heddon on the Wall
NE15 0BG
01661 852276
Store Website
6.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

River Veterinary Care
47 Bell Villas Ponteland Newcastle Upon Tyne NE20 9BD Website 5.97 miles

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Blythman &Amp; Partners
Blythman Veterinary 2 Taberna Close Heddon-On-The-Wall Newcastle Upon Tyne Tyne And Wear NE15 0BW 01661 854699 blyth.man1@btconnect.com Website 6.69 miles
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Alnorthumbria Vets - Ponteland Branch
Street House Farm Ponteland Newcastle Upon Tyne NE20 9BT 6.80 miles

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Doorstep Vet
Unit G 1B Stephenson Prestwick Park, Prestwick Ponteland Newcastle Upon Tyne Northumberland NE20 9SJ 07939 932903 hello@doorstep.vet Website 6.87 miles
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Bearl Equine Clinic Limited
Bearl Farm Bywell Stocksfield Northumberland NE43 7AJ 01661 842542 suzanne.sharp@bearlequine.co.uk Website 7.53 miles

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Jim Mclellan Mrcvs &Amp; Associates
Unit 6 &Amp; 7 Dukes Court Low Prudhoe Industrial Estate Low Prudhoe Prudhoe Northumberland NE42 6DA 01661 830 022 7.74 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Bolam Lake
Bolam Lake Is A Great Dog Walk, There's A Lake (Obviously) With A Well Maintained Path Around It, Some Great Wooded Areas And Some Open Grassy Areas. Great For A Picnic As Well. Parking Is £1.40-2.80, And There Are Toilets. Very Dog Friendly. Unnamed Road Lancashire 3.60 miles

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Plessey Woods Park
Incredibly Popular Area For Fellow Dog Walkers. Peaceful And Lovley Little Art Touches Around The Forrest. There A Few Routes You Can Take In The Forrest Depending On Your Preference. Incredibly Large Forest With Picnic Area And Toilets On Site With Free Parking Also. 35 Shields Rd Hartford Bridge Bedlington Lancashire NE22 6AN 10.36 miles

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Chesters Roman Fort
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk From Chesters Roman Fort (Hadrian's Wall, English Heritage) And Through The Parish Of Humshaugh, In Northumberland. NE46 4EU 11.05 miles From The A1, Follow The A69 To A6079 In Acomb And Continue On That Road To The Museum.

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Thornley Wood
Great Off Lead Walk, You Can Join It At Any Point. Lockhaugh Road-Glamis Crescent Lancashire 11.57 miles

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Chopwell Woods
Chopwell WOODS RD 11.63 miles

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Chopwell Wood
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk At Chopwell Wood, Near Gateshead. This Walk Is A Gentle Stroll, On A Good Surfaced Trail, With Few Hills. The Walk Incorporates Part Of The Old Railway Line That Used To Carry Coal From Chopwell And High Spen Collieries To Derwenthaugh Cokeworks. Lancashire NE39 1LT 11.80 miles From The A694, Take Strathmore Road/B6315 Through Highfield And Head Toward Chopwell Wood.

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-5.6°C	-4.4°C	-3.2°C	-3.1°C	-3.2°C	-4.7°C	-6°C	-6.6°C	-7.3°C	-7.5°C	-8.9°C	-9.3°C

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Temp	-5.5°C	-5.9°C	-6.3°C	-6.5°C	-5°C	-2.8°C	-0.4°C	1.2°C	1.6°C	0.9°C	1°C	0.1°C
Feels Like	-8.6°C	-8.9°C	-9.3°C	-9.3°C	-8.1°C	-6.2°C	-4.2°C	-2.9°C	-2.6°C	-3.1°C	-3.5°C	-5°C

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Temp	0.9°C	1.4°C	1.9°C	2.4°C	3.8°C	5.7°C	7.8°C	7.1°C	5.6°C	4.2°C	2.6°C	1.6°C
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