Welcome to Detchant

Detchant is a small village located in the county of Northumberland, England. It is situated near the coast and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, making it a popular destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Detchant is also home to a number of historic buildings, including the 12th-century St. Peter's Church, which is a popular attraction for visitors.

One of the main attractions of Detchant is its proximity to the Northumberland coast. The village is just a short drive away from some of the most beautiful beaches in the region, including Bamburgh Beach and Holy Island. These beaches are popular with tourists and locals alike, offering stunning views of the North Sea and the surrounding countryside. Visitors can also enjoy a range of outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and birdwatching, in the nearby Northumberland National Park.

Despite its small size, Detchant has a strong sense of community. The village is home to a number of local businesses, including a pub, a post office, and a village hall. These businesses provide essential services to the local community and help to support the local economy. Detchant also has a number of community groups and events, such as a village fete and a Christmas market, which bring residents together and help to foster a sense of community spirit.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 8.1°C

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Wind: 21 MPH

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Local Schools

School Details
Belford First School
Community School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Lorna Rainey
West Street
Belford
Northumberland
NE70 7QD
01668213372
School Website
Holy Island Church Of England First School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Rebecca Simpson
Lewins Lane
Holy Island
Berwick Upon Tweed
Northumberland
TD15 2SQ
01289389231
School Website
Lowick Church Of England Voluntary Controlled First School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-9
Head Teacher
Rebecca Simpson
30 Main Street
Lowick
Northumberland
TD15 2UA
01289388268
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
Hugh Joicey Church Of England First School Ford
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Jacqueline Dalrymple
Ford Village
Berwick Upon Tweed
Northumberland
TD15 2QA
01890820217
School Website
Ford Castle Residential Centre
Miscellaneous
Ages:16-99
Ford
Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Northumberland
TD15 2PX
Seahouses First School
Community School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Vickie Allen
Main Street
North Sunderland
Seahouses
Northumberland
NE68 7UE
01665720444
School Website
Scremerston First School
Community School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Smith
Scremerston
Berwick Upon Tweed
Northumberland
TD15 2RB
01289307536
School Website
Ellingham Church Of England Aided First School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Diane Lakey
Ellingham
Chathill
Northumberland
NE67 5ET
01665589233
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Chathill
[Un-Named Lane], Chathill, Northumberland, NE67 5DE
8.88 Miles
Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Railway Street, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1NF
11.61 Miles
Alnmouth
South View, Lesbury, Northumberland, NE66 3QF
18.51 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Border Cabs
07769 515915
1 Easington Demense Cottage, Belford, Northumberland, NE70 7EQ
2.73 Miles
Ddm Private Hire Ltd
01668 283023
3 Fenton Grange, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6AW
7.82 Miles
Glendale Taxis
01668 282292
29 Glendale Rd, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6DN
8.03 Miles
Hunters Taxis
01665 720400
7 Seafield Rd, Seahouses, Northumberland, NE68 7SL
8.87 Miles
Parks Taxi Hire Sole Trader
01665 720542
7 Mayfield, Seahouses, Northumberland, NE68 7SG
8.95 Miles
Swanston Taxis
01289 306124
Tweedmouth Moor Farm, Berwick Upon Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2NG
9.83 Miles
Woodys Taxis And Mini Bus
01289 330585
182 Highcliffe, Berwick Upon Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2JL
10.10 Miles
Border Villager Taxi
07765 791348
6 E Flodden Farm Cottages, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6JF
10.27 Miles
Premier Taxis
01289 330680
13 Highcliffe, Berwick Upon Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2JH
10.32 Miles
Berwick Taxis
01289 307771
52 Middle St, Berwick Upon Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1RZ
10.39 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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East Kyloe - D
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West Street - D
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Church Street - D
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Fenham
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The Meadows - D
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Newlands Lodge - D
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Plough Hotel
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Beal Station
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Main Street - D
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Belford Medical Practice
01668 213738
Belford Medical Practice
Croft Field
Belford
Northumberland
NE70 7ER
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
Seahouses Health Centre
James Street
Seahouses
Northumberland
NE68 7XZ
Belford Medical Practice
James Street
Seahouses
Northumberland
NE68 7XZ
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Local Stores

Belford
West Street
Belford
Northumberland
NE70 7QE
01668 213202
shop.7251@coop.co.uk
Store Website
2.43 miles
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Penny Petroleum Eyemouth
Coldingham Rd
Eyemouth
TD14 5AN
Store Website
19.1 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Black Sheep Farm Health
North Bellshill Farm
Belford
Northumberland
NE70 7HP
01669 838284
info@bsfh.co.uk
Website
4.55 miles
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Alnorthumbria Vets (Wooler)
29 Ryecroft Way
Wooler
Northumberland
NE71 6DY
01668 281323
wooler@alnorthumbriavets.co.uk
Website
7.86 miles
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Cheviot Vets Ltd
Brandon White House Farm
Powburn
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 4JE
01665 578728
reception@cheviotvets.co.uk
Website
11.96 miles
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Open at weekends

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Galedin Ltd T/A Galedin Veterinary
Ramparts Veterinary Centre
Windmill Way West
Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Northumberland
TD15 1TB
01289 330066
info@galedinvet.com
Website
12.75 miles
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Open at weekends

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Client car park

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Galedin Ltd T/A Galedin Veterinary
112 High Street
Coldstream
Berwickshire
TD12 4AG
01890 882 322
Website
15.05 miles
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Robson &Amp; Prescott
The Veterinary Centre
Percy Street Hall
Percy Street
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 1AE
01665 605 215
info@robsonprescott.co.uk
Website
16.14 miles
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Open at weekends

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Local Dog Walks

Cocklawburn Beach
There Are Loads Of Options For Walking Here - You Can Take To The Beach, Or You Can Followed The Pathed Coastal Route That Runs Along The Back Of The Dunes. Lots Of Signposted Walks, But There Are Cows Around So It's Best To Keep Dogs On The Lead If You Aren't Sure About Their Presence.
4 Inland Pastures Farm Cottages
Scremerston
Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Lancashire
TD15 2RJ
8.24 miles

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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.
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9.97 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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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.
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Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Lancashire
TD15 2PS
10.08 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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Beadnell Beach
This Is A Good Circular Walk Starting From The Beach Car Park (Free Parking) Along Beadnell Beach And Returning On A Defined Path Behind The Dunes Back To The Car Park. The Latter Quarter Of A Mile Takes You Through A Caravan Park (Dogs Must Be Kept On The Lead At This Point) Back To The Car Park. Easy, Flat Walk Which Takes About Half An Hour.
2 Harbour Rd
Beadnell
Chathill
Lancashire
NE67 5BB
10.26 miles

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Newton Pool
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NE66 3EH
12.33 miles

Off The A1, Newcastle To Berwick-Upon-Tweed, Then B1340 From Alnwick Onto B1339 Which Runs Parallel To The Coast. Minor Roads Then Lead To Newton.
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Ingram Valley
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NE66 4LT
13.50 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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