Welcome to Melkridge

Melkridge is a small village located in the county of Northumberland, England. It is situated on the southern edge of the Northumberland National Park and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 200 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. Melkridge is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

One of the main attractions in Melkridge is the historic St. Mary's Church. The church dates back to the 12th century and is a Grade II listed building. It is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and impressive architecture. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors who are interested in history and architecture.

Another popular attraction in Melkridge is the nearby Hadrian's Wall. The wall was built by the Romans in the 2nd century AD and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors can explore the wall and learn about its history at the nearby visitor center. The area around Hadrian's Wall is also popular for hiking and walking, with many trails and paths to explore. Overall, Melkridge is a charming village with plenty to offer visitors who are looking for a peaceful and relaxing getaway.

Local Weather

Moderate rain

Temp: 6.3°C

Feels Like: 2.2°C

Wind: 15.7 MPH

Wind Dir: N

Local Schools

School	Details
Henshaw Church Of England Voluntary Aided First School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Michael Glenton	Henshaw Bardon Mill Hexham Northumberland NE47 7EP 01434344324 School Website
Haltwhistle Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Susie Drake	Park Avenue Haltwhistle NE49 9BA 1434320467 School Website
Whitfield Cofe Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Rob Blake	Whitfield Hexham Northumberland NE47 8JH 1434345267 School Website
Greenhead Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Michael Glenton	Greenhead Brampton Northumberland CA8 7HB 01697747347 School Website
Haydon Bridge Community High School And Sports College Foundation School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Michael Smith	Haydon Bridge Hexham Northumberland NE47 6LR 01434684422 School Website
Shaftoe Trust Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Phazey	Haydon Bridge Hexham NE47 6BN 1434684309 School Website
Gilsland C Of E Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rob Blake	Gilsland Brampton Cumbria CA8 7AA 01697747302 School Website
Allendale Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alison Hawkins	Leadgate Allendale Hexham Northumberland NE47 9PT 01434683376 School Website
Newbrough Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jo Trotter	Fourstones Hexham Northumberland NE47 5AQ 1434674284 School Website
Hallbankgate Village School Foundation School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Clare Hutton	Hallbankgate Brampton Cumbria CA8 2NJ 01697746237 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Haltwhistle Station Road, Haltwhistle, Northumberland, NE49 0AH 2.07 Miles

Bardon Mill Bardon Mill, Bardon Mill, Northumberland, NE47 7HY 2.55 Miles

Haydon Bridge Haydon Bridge, Haydon Bridge, Northumberland, NE47 6LL 6.55 Miles

Brampton (Cumbria) [Un-Named Lane Off A689], Near Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 1HW 11.85 Miles

Hexham Station Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1EU 12.58 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Sproul Taxis 01434 321064 28 Central Drive, Haltwhistle, Northumberland, NE49 9AX 2.24 Miles
Turnbull Taxis 01434 320105 36 Westlands, Haltwhistle, Northumberland, NE49 9BS 2.56 Miles
Haydon Bridge Taxi 01434 688808 Whittis Row, Hexham, Northumberland, NE47 6AU 6.65 Miles
Station Taxis 07960 112112 Yexley Cottage/Lowgate, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 2NP 8.59 Miles
Alston Taxis 07990 593855 Middle Fell Guest House, Alston, Cumbria, CA9 3LD 11.16 Miles
24 Hour Slaley And Hexham Taxis 01434 606464 24 Priestlands Cl, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 2AW 12.00 Miles
Juiles Taxis 01434 600005 Wydon Grange, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 2BF 12.01 Miles
Shire Taxis 01434 606464 The Leggit, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4AA 12.13 Miles
Hexham Private Hire 07702 354849 6 Garden Ter, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3PX 12.18 Miles
Webb's Special Occasion Cars 07510 814448 Moonfield, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1EG 12.31 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Henshaw - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Haltwhistle Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Haltwhistle Medical Group 01434 320077	The Health Centre Greencroft Avenue Haltwhistle Northumberland NE49 9AP
Haydon Bridge & Allendale Medical Pract 01434 684216	Haydon Brg&Allendale M/P North Bank,Haydon Bridge Hexham Northumberland NE47 6LA
The Health Centre	Shilburn Road Allendale Hexham Northumberland NE47 9LG
The Surgery (Wark)	Wark Hexham Northumberland NE48 3LS
Alston Medical Practice 01434 381214	The Surgery Cottage Hospital Alston Cumbria CA9 3QX

Local Stores

Main Street
Main Street
Haltwhistle
Northumberland
NE49 9AH
01434 321188
Store Website
2.02 miles

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SPAR Henshaw
Henshaw Service Station
Henshaw
Bardon Mill
Hexham
NE47 7EL
01434 344272
Store Website
1.9 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Capontree Veterinary Centre
4 Station Court Haltwhistle Northumberland NE49 9HN 01434 320705 info@capontreevets.co.uk Website 2.10 miles
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Old Stone Vets Allendale
7 Allen Mill Regeneration Allendale Hexham Northumberland NE47 9EQ 01434 700060 Website 7.34 miles
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Old Stone Vets
6 Skelgillside Nenthead Road Alston Cumbria CA9 3TR 01434 381792 oldstonevets@yahoo.co.uk Website 11.11 miles

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Intake Veterinary Services Ltd
Peterel Field Business Village Dipton Mill Road Hexham Northumberland NE46 2JT 01434 606033 vets@intakevets.com Website 11.83 miles
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Orchard House Veterinary Centres Limited
48 Priestpopple Hexham Northumberland NE46 1PQ 01434 607677 admin@orchardhousevets.com Website 12.43 miles
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Scott Mitchell Veterinary Care Ltd
The Surgeries Tyne Green Hexham Northumberland NE46 3SG 01434 608999 enquiries@smvc.co.uk Website 12.44 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Greenlee Lough
NE47 7AN 1.85 miles Follow The B6318 To The Crossroads With The National Park Centre At Once Brewed. Take The Turning Signposted Steel Rigg.

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

Location what3words rifled.chase.hiked

Talkin Tarn
Its A Quiet Park With A Lake Away From Roads. B6413 12.50 miles Brampton

Location what3words pleaser.inform.motel

Lower Gelt
Beautiful Woods And Great For Dogs (But Maybe Not For The Type Of Dog That Launches Itself Down Sheer Sided River Banks!) Some Pools For Dog Swimming. A69 Brampton CA8 1SZ 13.88 miles Access Via A69, Take The Turning 'Hayton And Town Head - Car Park For The Woods Is About 200 Yards From The Turn

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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 14.58 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.

Kingmoor Nature Reserves
Kingmoor Sidings Is The Site Of A Once Busy And Grimy Steam Locomotive Depot, Now Echoes To The Sound Of Nature. Although Hidden By The Creeping Blanket Of Vegetation, You Can Still Get A Glimpse Of The Old Turntable And The Floor Of The Old Engine Sheds. Kingmoor Motive Power Depot Once Drew Schoolboys From All Around Carlisle And Beyond, To Marvel At The Spectacle Of Steam. 6 Kingmoor Rd Carlisle Lancashire CA3 9PZ 22.03 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	-3.7°C	-3.6°C	-3°C	-2.6°C	-2.4°C	-2.1°C	-1.5°C	-1°C	-1.6°C	-3.1°C	-4.9°C	-5.5°C
Feels Like	-5.6°C	-4.4°C	-3.2°C	-3.1°C	-3.2°C	-4.7°C	-6°C	-6.6°C	-7.3°C	-7.5°C	-8.9°C	-9.3°C

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Temp	-5.5°C	-5.9°C	-6.3°C	-6.5°C	-5°C	-2.8°C	-0.4°C	1.2°C	1.6°C	0.9°C	1°C	0.1°C
Feels Like	-8.6°C	-8.9°C	-9.3°C	-9.3°C	-8.1°C	-6.2°C	-4.2°C	-2.9°C	-2.6°C	-3.1°C	-3.5°C	-5°C

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Temp	0.9°C	1.4°C	1.9°C	2.4°C	3.8°C	5.7°C	7.8°C	7.1°C	5.6°C	4.2°C	2.6°C	1.6°C
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