Welcome to Glen

Glen is a small village located in the heart of Northumberland, England. It is a picturesque place that is surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery. The village is known for its stunning natural beauty and is a popular destination for tourists who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Glen is also home to a number of historic landmarks, including the Glen Castle, which dates back to the 14th century. The castle is a popular attraction for visitors who want to learn more about the history of the area.

One of the most unique features of Glen is its close proximity to the Northumberland National Park. The park is a vast expanse of natural beauty that is home to a wide variety of wildlife and plant species. Visitors to Glen can explore the park on foot or by bike, taking in the stunning scenery and enjoying the fresh air. The park is also home to a number of historic sites, including Hadrian's Wall, which was built by the Romans in the 2nd century AD.

Glen is also known for its vibrant community spirit. The village is home to a number of local businesses, including shops, cafes, and restaurants, which are run by friendly and welcoming locals. The community is also active in organizing events and activities throughout the year, including festivals, fairs, and markets. Visitors to Glen can experience the warmth and hospitality of the local community, making it a truly unique and memorable destination.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 8.1°C

Feels Like: 3.8°C

Wind: 21.7 MPH

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Local Schools

School Details
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
Ford Castle Residential Centre
Miscellaneous
Ages:16-99
Ford
Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Northumberland
TD15 2PX
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
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
Belford First School
Community School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Lorna Rainey
West Street
Belford
Northumberland
NE70 7QD
01668213372
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
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
Scremerston First School
Community School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Smith
Scremerston
Berwick Upon Tweed
Northumberland
TD15 2RB
01289307536
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
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Chathill
[Un-Named Lane], Chathill, Northumberland, NE67 5DE
14.60 Miles
Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Railway Street, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1NF
14.62 Miles
Acklington
Off B6345, Acklington, Northumberland, NE65 4DE
17.64 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Ddm Private Hire Ltd
01668 283023
3 Fenton Grange, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6AW
2.46 Miles
Glendale Taxis
01668 282292
29 Glendale Rd, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6DN
2.60 Miles
Border Villager Taxi
07765 791348
6 E Flodden Farm Cottages, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6JF
3.70 Miles
Lauders Private Vehicle Hire (Taxis)
01890 882684
1 Priory Hill, Coldstream, Scottish Borders, TD12 4EB
9.42 Miles
Am-2-Pm Taxi's
01890 883037
43Hillview, Coldstream, Scottish Borders, TD12 4ED
9.42 Miles
Border Cabs
07769 515915
1 Easington Demense Cottage, Belford, Northumberland, NE70 7EQ
11.11 Miles
Swanston Taxis
01289 306124
Tweedmouth Moor Farm, Berwick Upon Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2NG
11.76 Miles
A1 Cabs
01289 308524
118 Prior Rd, Berwick Upon Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2EL
13.27 Miles
Woodys Taxis And Mini Bus
01289 330585
182 Highcliffe, Berwick Upon Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2JL
13.30 Miles
Macks Cabs
01289 303990
106 Dean Dr, Berwick Upon Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2DB
13.30 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Ewart Park - D
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Lanton - D
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Kirknewton - D
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East Fenton - D
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Rycroft Way - D
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Millfield - D
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Ramsay Lane - D
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Wooler Po
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Queens Road - D
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Market Place - D
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Weetwood Avenue - D
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Doddington - D
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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
Belford Medical Practice
01668 213738
Belford Medical Practice
Croft Field
Belford
Northumberland
NE70 7ER
Norham Surgery
3 Pedwell Way
Norham
Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Northumberland
TD15 2LD
Tweedmouth Clinic
Shielfield Terrace
Tweedmouth
Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Northumberland
TD15 2EQ
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Local Stores

Wooler - Market Place
10 Market Place
Wooler
Northumberland
NE71 6LH
01668 281445
Store Website
2.75 miles
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SPAR Thropton
West End Garage
Main Road
Thropton
NE65 7LT
0330 355 9239
Store Website
17.9 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Alnorthumbria Vets (Wooler)
29 Ryecroft Way
Wooler
Northumberland
NE71 6DY
01668 281323
wooler@alnorthumbriavets.co.uk
Website
2.53 miles
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Galedin Ltd T/A Galedin Veterinary
112 High Street
Coldstream
Berwickshire
TD12 4AG
01890 882 322
Website
9.12 miles
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Disabled public access

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

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Black Sheep Farm Health
North Bellshill Farm
Belford
Northumberland
NE70 7HP
01669 838284
info@bsfh.co.uk
Website
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Cheviot Vets
Pinnaclemill Industrial Estate
Kelso
Roxburghshire
TD5 8AS
01573 228 634
reception@cheviotvets.co.uk
Website
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Galedin Ltd T/A Galedin Veterinary
The Knowes
Kelso
Roxburghshire
TD5 7BH
01573 224496
kelso@galedinvet.com
Website
14.10 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
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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.
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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
7.82 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
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NE66 4LT
9.55 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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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
12.41 miles

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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
17.29 miles

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Newton Pool
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NE66 3EH
18.14 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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