Welcome to Kirkwhelpington

Kirkwhelpington is a small village located in the county of Northumberland, England. The village is situated on the River Wansbeck and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and there are many historic buildings and landmarks to explore.

One of the most notable landmarks in Kirkwhelpington is the St. Bartholomew's Church. The church dates back to the 12th century and is a beautiful example of Norman architecture. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. Another historic building in Kirkwhelpington is the Manor House. The Manor House dates back to the 17th century and is a Grade II listed building. The house has been beautifully restored and is now used as a bed and breakfast.

Kirkwhelpington is also home to a number of local businesses, including a village shop, a pub, and a post office. The village is a popular destination for walkers and cyclists, with many scenic routes to explore. The village is also close to a number of other attractions, including the Northumberland National Park and Hadrian's Wall. Overall, Kirkwhelpington is a charming village with a rich history and plenty to see and do.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 7.2°C

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Wind: 15.9 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
Cambo First School Community School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Paula Cummings	Cambo Morpeth Northumberland NE61 4BE 01670774210 School Website
Belsay Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lynn Blain	Belsay Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Tyne And Wear NE20 0ET 1661881641 School Website
Chollerton Church Of England Aided First School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Hazel Davey	Station Road Barrasford Hexham Northumberland NE48 4AA 01434681572 School Website
Whalton Church Of England Aided First School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Nichola Brannen	Whalton Morpeth Northumberland NE61 3XH 01670775216 School Website
Stamfordham First School Community School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Miss Lynsey Briddock	Stamfordham Newcastle Upon Tyne Northumberland NE18 0NA 01661886358 School Website
Humshaugh Church Of England First School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Jude Long	Humshaugh Hexham Northumberland NE46 4AA 01434681408 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
Otterburn First School Community School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mr Alison Woodcock	Otterburn Newcastle Upon Tyne Northumberland NE19 1JF 01830520283 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

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Acklington Off B6345, Acklington, Northumberland, NE65 4DE 11.92 Miles

Corbridge Station Road, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5AY 12.81 Miles

Hexham Station Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1EU 12.87 Miles

Morpeth Coopies Lane, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2SL 12.98 Miles

Prudhoe Station Gate, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 6NR 14.13 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Shire Taxis 01434 606464 The Leggit, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4AA 9.39 Miles
Bellingham Taxis 01434 220570 11 Hillside, Hexham, Northumberland, NE48 2DF 9.50 Miles
Gavcars Limited 0844 879 3335 White Gates, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 8UJ 11.45 Miles
Caisleycabs Taxis In Morpeth 0800 118 5018 89 Abbey Meadows, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2XZ 11.92 Miles
Caisleycabs 0800 118 5018 89 Abbey Meadows, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2XZ 11.92 Miles
Corbridge Village Taxi 01434 634006 Roman Way, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5JN 12.09 Miles
Just Taxis - Morpeth 07957 495503 16 Merle Gardens, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 3RW 12.11 Miles
Falway Private Hire 01670 788535 4 Linden Cottages, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 8XE 12.22 Miles
Highway Taxis 01670 514190 64 Postern Cres, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2JN 12.48 Miles
Morpeth Airport Runners 01670 517819 30 Castle Cl, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2LJ 12.49 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Kirkwhelpington Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Knowesgate - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Harle - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kirkharle Village - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wallington Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cambo - R Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Great Bavington - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kirkhill - R Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Capheaton Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rothley Village Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Harwood Village Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Middleton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kirkheaton - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Scots Gap Medical Group 01670 774216	Scots Gap Medical Group The Surgery, Scots Gap Morpeth Northumberland NE61 4EG
Humshaugh & Wark Med Grp 01434 681281	Humshaugh & Wark Med Grp The Surgery, Humshaugh Hexham Northumberland NE46 4BU
12 Grange Road	White Medical Group Stamfordham Newcastle Upon Tyne Tyne And Wear NE18 0PF
Stamfordham Surgery	16 Grange Road Stamfordham Newcastle Upon Tyne Tyne And Wear NE18 0PF
The Surgery (Wark)	Wark Hexham Northumberland NE48 3LS

Local Stores

Bellingham - Parkside Place
2-3 Parkside Place
Bellingham Northumberland
Hexham
Northumberland
NE48 2AY
01434 221225
shop.6962@coop.co.uk
Store Website
9.68 miles

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SPAR Thropton
West End Garage
Main Road
Thropton
NE65 7LT
0330 355 9239
Store Website
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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 9.62 miles

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Alnorthumbria Vets (Rothbury)
Front Street Rothbury Morpeth Northumberland NE65 7UG 01669 620638 rothbury@alnorthumbriavets.co.uk Website 11.50 miles
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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 11.63 miles
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Alnorthumbria Vets (Morpeth)
Fairmoor Morpeth Northumberland NE61 3JN 01670 505321 Website 11.91 miles

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Alnorthumbria Vets (Morpeth Equine)
Fairmoor Morpeth Northumberland NE61 3JN 01670 897 597 wagonway@alnorthumbriavets.co.uk Website 11.91 miles

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Westway Veterinary Group
St Helens Street Corbridge Northumberland NE45 5BE 01434 632033 info@westwaysvets.com Website 12.26 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 5.60 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 10.07 miles From The A1, Follow The A69 To A6079 In Acomb And Continue On That Road To The Museum.

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Cragside
. NE65 7PX 12.46 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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Plessey Woods Park
Incredibly Popular Area For Fellow Dog Walkers. Peaceful And Lovley Little Art Touches Around The Forrest. There A Few Routes You Can Take In The Forrest Depending On Your Preference. Incredibly Large Forest With Picnic Area And Toilets On Site With Free Parking Also. 35 Shields Rd Hartford Bridge Bedlington Lancashire NE22 6AN 15.36 miles

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Choppington Woods
Choppington Woods Lovely Woodland Walk Briar Cl Choppington Lancashire NE62 5SF 15.96 miles

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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 16.36 miles Redesdale Forest

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Weather Forecast

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