Welcome to Bywell

Bywell is a small village located in Northumberland, England. It is situated on the banks of the River Tyne and is known for its picturesque scenery and historic landmarks. The village is home to two churches, St. Peter's and St. Andrew's, both of which date back to the 12th century. Bywell Castle, a ruined medieval fortress, is also located in the village and is a popular tourist attraction.

The village of Bywell is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The River Tyne offers opportunities for fishing and boating, while the nearby Northumberland National Park is a great place for hiking and camping. The village is also home to several pubs and restaurants, where visitors can enjoy traditional English cuisine and local ales.

Despite its small size, Bywell has a rich history and is steeped in tradition. The village has been inhabited since Roman times and was an important center of trade during the Middle Ages. Today, it is a peaceful and charming community that offers visitors a glimpse into England's past and a chance to experience the natural beauty of Northumberland.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 7.3°C

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Wind: 12.5 MPH

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Local Schools

School Details
Broomley First School
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Mrs Katie Jacobs
Main Road
Stocksfield
Northumberland
NE43 7NN
1661842271
School Website
Mickley First School
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Ages:3-9
Head Teacher
Mr Andrew Hudson
Mickley
West Road
Stocksfield
Northumberland
NE43 7BG
1661842269
School Website
Mowden Hall School
Other Independent School
Ages:3-13
Head Teacher
Mrs Kate Martin
Newton
Stocksfield
Stocksfield
Northumberland
NE43 7TP
1661842147
School Website
Broomhaugh Church Of England First School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Ms Suzanne Hart
Church Lane
Riding Mill
Northumberland
NE44 6DR
01434682374
School Website
Ovingham Middle School
Academy Converter
Ages:9-13
Head Teacher
Mrs Jenny Bullock
West Road
Ovingham
Prudhoe
Northumberland
NE42 6DE
1661833215
School Website
Ovingham Church Of England First School
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Head Teacher
Andrew Hudson
Ovingham
Prudhoe
Northumberland
NE42 6DE
1661832581
School Website
Prudhoe Castle First School
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Head Teacher
Mrs Stephanie Gibbon
Castle Road
Prudhoe
Northumberland
NE42 6PN
1661833122
School Website
Prudhoe West Academy
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Ages:2-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Michelle Brewster
West Road
Prudhoe
Northumberland
NE42 6HR
1661832288
School Website
Highfield Middle School
Academy Converter
Ages:9-13
Head Teacher
Mr Richard Oades
Highfield Lane
Prudhoe
Northumberland
NE42 6EY
1661833922
School Website
St Matthews Catholic Primary School
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Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Martin Gray
Highfield Lane
Prudhoe
Northumberland
NE42 6EY
01661835484
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Stocksfield
Stocksfield, Stocksfield, Northumberland, NE43 7NQ
0.51 Miles
Riding Mill
Riding Mill, Riding Mill, Northumberland, NE44 6EP
1.97 Miles
Prudhoe
Station Gate, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 6NR
2.47 Miles
Corbridge
Station Road, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5AY
3.91 Miles
Wylam
Station Road, Wylam, Tyne And Wear, NE41 8JA
4.58 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Tates Taxis
01661 843311
20 Guessburn, Stocksfield, Northumberland, NE43 7QR
0.77 Miles
Stocksfield Taxis
01661 844700
Kimberley House, Stocksfield, Northumberland, NE43 7JH
0.81 Miles
Elmslie Taxis
01661 844644
5 New Ridley Road, Stocksfield, Northumberland, NE43 7LB
1.11 Miles
K K Kabs
01661 831321
13 Rowan Grove, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 6PP
2.21 Miles
Prudhoe Taxis
01661 833833
3 South Road, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 5JT
2.82 Miles
Whittonstall Taxis
07782 640753
Kipperlynn, Stocksfield, Northumberland, NE43 7SQ
2.89 Miles
Gilmore Taxis
01661 833797
Front Street, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 5HJ
2.97 Miles
Arran Cabs
01661 830999
21A Front Street, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 5HN
3.02 Miles
A1 Castle Cabs
01661 834800
21 Stancley Rd, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 5AG
3.32 Miles
Corbridge Village Taxi
01434 634006
Roman Way, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5JN
4.40 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Bywell - D
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Stocksfield Post Office
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Peepy Farm
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Birches Nook - D
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Ridley Mill - D
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Cadehill Road - D
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Branch End Post Office
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Stoneybank - D
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Apperley Road - D
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Bearl Farm
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New Ridley Road - D
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Jubilee Road
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Broomley
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Station Box - D
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Branch End Surgery
01661 842626
Branch End Surgery
Main Road
Stocksfield
Northumberland
NE43 7LL
Prudhoe Medical Group
01661 839370
Prudhoe Medical Group
Kepwell Bank Top
Prudhoe
Northumberland
NE42 5PW
Riversdale Surgery
01661 853779
Riversdale Surgery
Oaklands Health Centre
Front Street
Prudhoe
NE42 5DQ
Oaklands Health Centre
Front Street
Prudhoe
Northumberland
NE42 5DQ
The Adderlane Surgery
01661 836386
The Adderlane Surgery
Adderlane Road,West Wylam
Prudhoe
Northumberland
NE42 5HR
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Local Stores

Prudhoe
Oakfield Terrace
Prudhoe
Northumberland
NE42 5HF
01661 836036
Store Website
2.94 miles
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SPAR Stocksfield
Main Road
Stocksfield
NE43 7LA
01661 842124
Store Website
1.1 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Orchard House Veterinary Centres Limited
Station Yard
Main Road
Stocksfield
Northumberland
NE43 7NJ
01661 843259
stocksfield@orchardhousevets.com
Website
0.51 miles
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Disabled public access

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Bearl Equine Clinic Limited
Bearl Farm
Bywell
Stocksfield
Northumberland
NE43 7AJ
01661 842542
suzanne.sharp@bearlequine.co.uk
Website
1.35 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
3.36 miles
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Westway Veterinary Group
St Helens Street
Corbridge
Northumberland
NE45 5BE
01434 632033
info@westwaysvets.com
Website
4.11 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Tyne Veterinary Clinic
7 Jubilee Terrace
Crawcrook
Ryton
Tyne And Wear
NE40 4HL
0191 413 6706
5.32 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Animals Treated
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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
5.94 miles
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Disabled public access

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Local Dog Walks

Chopwell Woods
Chopwell
WOODS RD
5.77 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
5.94 miles

From The A694, Take Strathmore Road/B6315 Through Highfield And Head Toward Chopwell Wood.
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Gibside
A Short, Circular Dog Friendly Walk Where You Can Enjoy An Adventure In Gibside's 600 Acre Woodland.
NE16 6BG
7.90 miles

Entrance On B6314 Between Burnopfield And Rowlands Gill; Follow Brown Signs From A1, Taking Exit On To A694 At North End Of Metrocentre.
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Thornley Wood
Great Off Lead Walk, You Can Join It At Any Point.
Lockhaugh Road-Glamis Crescent
Lancashire
8.04 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
10.25 miles

From The A1, Follow The A69 To A6079 In Acomb And Continue On That Road To The Museum.
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Watergate Forest Park
Some Parts Are Paved, Yet Some Are Hilly, Dirt Tracks. It Suits Everyone Really! There’S A Large Lake In The Middle Where The Dogs Can Be Let Off!
Watergate Forest Park Car Park
Gateshead
Lancashire
NE11 9RR
11.21 miles

Just Off Exit 68 When Heading Northbound On The A1 Through Gateshead. Then Turn Left, Then Second Right. You’Ll Start To See Signs! It’S One Minute From The A1!
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Weather Forecast

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