Welcome to Freelands

Freelands Northumberland is a beautiful and serene location situated in the northern part of England. It is a perfect destination for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the tranquility of nature. The area is known for its stunning landscapes, rolling hills, and picturesque villages. Visitors can explore the vast countryside, take long walks, and enjoy the fresh air.

One of the main attractions of Freelands Northumberland is its rich history. The area is home to several ancient castles, ruins, and historic sites that date back to the Roman era. Visitors can explore the ruins of Hadrian's Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and learn about the history of the Roman Empire. The area is also home to several medieval castles, including Alnwick Castle, which was used as a filming location for the Harry Potter movies.

Freelands Northumberland is also a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The area offers a wide range of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, fishing, and horse riding. Visitors can explore the vast countryside, take long walks, and enjoy the fresh air. The area is also home to several nature reserves, including the Farne Islands, which is home to a wide range of seabirds and seals. Overall, Freelands Northumberland is a must-visit destination for those who want to experience the beauty of nature and learn about the rich history of England.

Local Schools

School	Details
Ford Castle Residential Centre Miscellaneous Ages:16-99	Ford Berwick-Upon-Tweed Northumberland TD15 2PX
Wooler First School Community School Ages:2-9 Head Teacher Mr Mike Deane-Hall	Brewery Road Wooler Northumberland NE71 6QF 01668281470 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
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
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
Norham St Ceolwulfs C Of E Controlled First School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Gary Hilton	West Street Norham-On-Tweed Berwick Upon Tweed Northumberland TD15 2JZ 01289382370 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
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
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
Longridge Towers School Other Independent School Ages:3-18 Head Teacher Mr Jonathan Lee	Berwick-Upon-Tweed Northumberland TD15 2XQ 1289307584 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Acklington Off B6345, Acklington, Northumberland, NE65 4DE 19.32 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Kelso Taxis 01573 228182 Pinnacle Hill Farm House Sprouston Road, Kelso, Scottish Borders, TD5 8ES 7.35 Miles
Kwik Cab Taxis 01573 225451 22 Roxburgh Street, Kelso, Scottish Borders, TD5 7DH 7.88 Miles
Fone A Cab Taxi Kelso 01573 228026 Hendersyde Drive, Kelso, Scottish Borders, TD5 7TH 8.20 Miles
Premier Taxis 01573 223100 36 Sydenham Court, Kelso, Scottish Borders, TD5 7NR 8.27 Miles
Networks Taxis 01835 850215 West Nisbet Farmhouse, Jedburgh, Scottish Borders, TD8 6TR 8.72 Miles
Border Villager Taxi 07765 791348 6 E Flodden Farm Cottages, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6JF 9.24 Miles
Lauders Private Vehicle Hire (Taxis) 01890 882684 1 Priory Hill, Coldstream, Scottish Borders, TD12 4EB 9.73 Miles
Am-2-Pm Taxi's 01890 883037 43Hillview, Coldstream, Scottish Borders, TD12 4ED 9.73 Miles
1St Taxis 0131 600 0015 12 Headrig, Jedburgh, Scottish Borders, TD8 6HP 10.03 Miles
Peter Hogg Coach Hire (Scotland) 01835 863755 Bankend Industrial Estate, Jedburgh, Scottish Borders, TD8 6ED 10.05 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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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
Norham Surgery	3 Pedwell Way Norham Berwick-Upon-Tweed Northumberland TD15 2LD
Belford Medical Practice 01668 213738	Belford Medical Practice Croft Field Belford Northumberland NE70 7ER

Local Stores

Kelso - Roxburgh Street
26 Roxburgh Street
Kelso
Roxburgh, Ettrick And Lauderdale
TD5 7DH
01573 229436
Store Website
7.82 miles

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SPAR Penny Petroleum Jedburgh
Edinburgh Road
Jedburgh
TD8 6EB
01835 863900
Store Website
10.0 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Cheviot Vets
Pinnaclemill Industrial Estate Kelso Roxburghshire TD5 8AS 01573 228 634 reception@cheviotvets.co.uk Website 7.00 miles

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Galedin Ltd T/A Galedin Veterinary
The Knowes Kelso Roxburghshire TD5 7BH 01573 224496 kelso@galedinvet.com Website 7.65 miles
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Galedin Ltd T/A Galedin Veterinary
112 High Street Coldstream Berwickshire TD12 4AG 01890 882 322 Website 9.60 miles
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Alnorthumbria Vets (Wooler)
29 Ryecroft Way Wooler Northumberland NE71 6DY 01668 281323 wooler@alnorthumbriavets.co.uk Website 11.26 miles

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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Greenside Veterinary Practice
Greenside Farm St. Boswells Melrose Roxburghshire TD6 0AJ 01835 823257 vetinfo@greensidevetpractice.co.uk Website 14.12 miles
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Cheviot Vets Ltd
Brandon White House Farm Powburn Alnwick Northumberland NE66 4JE 01665 578728 reception@cheviotvets.co.uk Website 15.67 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 11.53 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. Unnamed Road Berwick-Upon-Tweed Lancashire TD15 2PS 13.32 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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Ingram Valley
. NE66 4LT 13.82 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 15.42 miles Redesdale Forest

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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 19.94 miles

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Cragside
. NE65 7PX 21.07 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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