Welcome to Elsdon

Elsdon is a small village located in the county of Northumberland, England. It is situated in the heart of the Northumberland National Park and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history and is home to many historic buildings, including the 12th-century church of St. Cuthbert's.

One of the main attractions of Elsdon is its stunning natural beauty. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, forests, and rivers, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts. There are many walking and cycling trails in the area, including the Pennine Way, which passes through the village. Visitors can also enjoy fishing, horse riding, and bird watching in the surrounding countryside.

Elsdon is also known for its rich cultural heritage. The village has a long history dating back to the Roman era, and there are many historic sites and landmarks to explore. The church of St. Cuthbert's is one of the most notable, with its impressive Norman architecture and beautiful stained glass windows. The village also has a museum, which showcases the history of the area and its people. Overall, Elsdon is a charming and picturesque village that offers visitors a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 7.2°C

Feels Like: 3.3°C

Wind: 16.1 MPH

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Local Schools

School Details
Otterburn First School
Community School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mr Alison Woodcock
Otterburn
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Northumberland
NE19 1JF
01830520283
School Website
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
Cambo First School
Community School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Paula Cummings
Cambo
Morpeth
Northumberland
NE61 4BE
01670774210
School Website
Thropton Village First School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-9
Head Teacher
Mr Liam Murtagh
Thropton
Morpeth
Northumberland
NE65 7JD
1669620297
School Website
Bellingham First School
Foundation School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Wendy Goddard
Redesmouth Road
Hexham
Northumberland
NE48 2EL
01434220230
School Website
Bellingham Middle School And Sports College
Foundation School
Ages:9-13
Head Teacher
Mrs Daniel Ramshaw
Redesmouth Road
Bellingham
Hexham
Northumberland
NE48 2EN
01434220235
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
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
Greenhaugh First School
Community School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Clare Crow
Greenhaugh
Hexham
Northumberland
NE48 1LX
01434240208
School Website
Wark Church Of England First School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Michael Boucetla
Wark
Hexham
Northumberland
NE48 3LS
01434230247
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Acklington
Off B6345, Acklington, Northumberland, NE65 4DE
8.55 Miles
Morpeth
Coopies Lane, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2SL
17.27 Miles
Hexham
Station Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1EU
18.06 Miles
Pegswood
Pegswood, Pegswood, Northumberland, NE61 6SJ
18.53 Miles
Corbridge
Station Road, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5AY
18.72 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Bellingham Taxis
01434 220570
11 Hillside, Hexham, Northumberland, NE48 2DF
8.52 Miles
Gavcars Limited
0844 879 3335
White Gates, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 8UJ
13.27 Miles
Falway Private Hire
01670 788535
4 Linden Cottages, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 8XE
13.28 Miles
Shire Taxis
01434 606464
The Leggit, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4AA
13.84 Miles
Just Taxis - Morpeth
07957 495503
16 Merle Gardens, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 3RW
16.18 Miles
Caisleycabs Taxis In Morpeth
0800 118 5018
89 Abbey Meadows, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2XZ
16.27 Miles
Caisleycabs
0800 118 5018
89 Abbey Meadows, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2XZ
16.27 Miles
Morpeth Airport Runners
01670 517819
30 Castle Cl, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2LJ
16.77 Miles
Highway Taxis
01670 514190
64 Postern Cres, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2JN
16.81 Miles
Express Taxis
01670 513513
Sanderson Arcade, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 1NS
16.88 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Elsdon - D
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Soppitt - D
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Otterburn
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Willow Green - D
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Harwood Village
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East Woodburn - D
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West Woodburn Tso Box
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Holystone Grange
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Woodburn Station - D
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Sarelaw Cottages - D
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Hepple Po Box
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Knowesgate - D
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Westmacott Street - D
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Holystone Village
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The Redesdale Arms Hotel - D
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Scots Gap Medical Group
01670 774216
Scots Gap Medical Group
The Surgery, Scots Gap
Morpeth
Northumberland
NE61 4EG
Bellingham Practice
01434 220203
Bellingham Practice
Bellingham
Hexham
Northumberland
NE48 2HE
The Rothbury Practice
01669 620339
The Rothbury Practice
3 Market Place,Rothbury
Morpeth
Northumberland
NE65 7UW
The Surgery (Wark)
Wark
Hexham
Northumberland
NE48 3LS
Longframlington Surgery
Longframlington
Morpeth
Northumberland
NE65 8AD
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Local Stores

Bellingham - Parkside Place
2-3 Parkside Place
Bellingham Northumberland
Hexham
Northumberland
NE48 2AY
01434 221225
shop.6962@coop.co.uk
Store Website
8.67 miles
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SPAR Thropton
West End Garage
Main Road
Thropton
NE65 7LT
0330 355 9239
Store Website
7.9 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Orchard House Veterinary Centres Ltd
The Old Police Station
Fountain View
Bellingham
Northumberland
NE48 2BS
01434 220330
bellingham@orchardhousevets.com
Website
8.62 miles
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Alnorthumbria Vets (Rothbury)
Front Street
Rothbury
Morpeth
Northumberland
NE65 7UG
01669 620638
rothbury@alnorthumbriavets.co.uk
Website
9.07 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

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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
9.50 miles
Amenities
Client car park

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Camelids

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Alnorthumbria Vets (Morpeth)
Fairmoor
Morpeth
Northumberland
NE61 3JN
01670 505321
Website
15.77 miles
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Camelids

Cats

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Alnorthumbria Vets (Morpeth Equine)
Fairmoor
Morpeth
Northumberland
NE61 3JN
01670 897 597
wagonway@alnorthumbriavets.co.uk
Website
15.77 miles
Animals Treated
Equines

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Cheviot Vets Ltd
Brandon White House Farm
Powburn
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 4JE
01665 578728
reception@cheviotvets.co.uk
Website
17.00 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

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Local Dog Walks

Cragside
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NE65 7PX
10.20 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.
Location
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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
10.36 miles

Redesdale Forest
Location
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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
11.47 miles

Location
what3words
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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
13.73 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.
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
14.28 miles

From The A1, Follow The A69 To A6079 In Acomb And Continue On That Road To The Museum.
Location
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Ingram Valley
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NE66 4LT
15.15 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.
Location
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