Welcome to North Charlton

North Charlton is a small village located in the county of Northumberland, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles south of the town of Alnwick and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 200 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. The village is home to a number of historic buildings, including St. Paul's Church, which dates back to the 12th century.

One of the main attractions in North Charlton is the nearby Alnwick Castle, which is one of the largest inhabited castles in England. The castle has been used as a filming location for a number of movies and TV shows, including Harry Potter and Downton Abbey. Visitors can explore the castle's impressive grounds, which include a beautiful garden and a treehouse restaurant. The village is also close to the Northumberland Coast, which is known for its stunning beaches and rugged coastline.

Despite its small size, North Charlton has a strong sense of community and is home to a number of local businesses, including a pub and a village shop. The village is also well-connected, with good transport links to nearby towns and cities. Overall, North Charlton is a charming and picturesque village that offers visitors a taste of rural England and a chance to explore some of the country's most beautiful landscapes.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Ellingham Church Of England Aided First School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Diane Lakey
Ellingham
Chathill
Northumberland
NE67 5ET
01665589233
School Website
Embleton Vincent Edwards Church Of England First School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Nicola Threlfall
Embleton
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 3XR
01665576612
School Website
The Duchesss Community High School
Community School
Ages:13-18
Head Teacher
Mr Alan Rogers & James Wilson
Howling Lane
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 1DH
01665602166
School Website
Barndale House School
Community Special School
Ages:2-19
Head Teacher
Mr Mark Phillips
Howling Lane
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 1DQ
01665602541
School Website
St Michaels Church Of England First School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-9
Head Teacher
Mr Gavin Johnston
Howling Lane
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 1DJ
01665602850
School Website
Seahouses First School
Community School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Vickie Allen
Main Street
North Sunderland
Seahouses
Northumberland
NE68 7UE
01665720444
School Website
Swansfield Park First School
Community School
Ages:2-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Jenny Smith
The Avenue
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 1UL
01665602267
School Website
St Paul's Catholic Primary School, Alnwick
Academy Converter
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Eileen Lomax
South Road
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 2NU
1665602547
School Website
Longhoughton Church Of England First School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Tracey Critchlow
Lacey Street
Longhoughton
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 3AJ
01665577204
School Website
Belford First School
Community School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Lorna Rainey
West Street
Belford
Northumberland
NE70 7QD
01668213372
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Chathill
[Un-Named Lane], Chathill, Northumberland, NE67 5DE
2.72 Miles
Alnmouth
South View, Lesbury, Northumberland, NE66 3QF
8.38 Miles
Acklington
Off B6345, Acklington, Northumberland, NE65 4DE
14.97 Miles
Widdrington
Widdrington, Widdrington, Northumberland, NE61 5QH
18.53 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Dragon Cars
01665 604605
54 Upper Barresdale, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1DR
6.17 Miles
Parks Taxi Hire Sole Trader
01665 720542
7 Mayfield, Seahouses, Northumberland, NE68 7SG
6.38 Miles
Hunters Taxis
01665 720400
7 Seafield Rd, Seahouses, Northumberland, NE68 7SL
6.40 Miles
The Yellow Taxi
01665 541250
5 Duke Street, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1QU
6.54 Miles
Roseworth Private Hire
01665 603911
Roseworth Alnmouth Road, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 2PR
6.55 Miles
Sovereign Taxis
01665 602200
2/Hope House Cottages, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 2AA
6.58 Miles
A A Taxis
01665 606060
Unit 6/Sawmills Ind Est/South Rd, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 2QW
6.82 Miles
C And R Private Hire
01665 602460
21 Farriers Ct, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1SW
6.93 Miles
Border Cabs
07769 515915
1 Easington Demense Cottage, Belford, Northumberland, NE70 7EQ
8.13 Miles
Knights Taxis
01665 714555
Steppey Ln, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 3PU
8.47 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Doxford Farm - D
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Doxford Hall - D
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West Falloden - D
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South Charlton - D
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Ellingham - D
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Rock Midsteads D
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Preston Hall - D
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Brunton House - D
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Chathill - D
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Rock Village - D
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Christon Bank - D
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Birchwood Hall - D
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Newham - D
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Newton Barns - D
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Embleton Surgery
West Field
Embleton
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 3XZ
Seahouses Health Centre
James Street
Seahouses
Northumberland
NE68 7XZ
Belford Medical Practice
James Street
Seahouses
Northumberland
NE68 7XZ
Infirmary Drive Medical Group
The Consulting Rooms
Infirmary Drive
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 2NR
Alnwick Medical Group
01665 656000
Lower Building
Infirmary Close
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 2NL
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Local Stores

Seahouses
41 Main St
Seahouses
Northumberland
NE68 7RF
01665 720245
Store Website
6.40 miles
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SPAR Thropton
West End Garage
Main Road
Thropton
NE65 7LT
0330 355 9239
Store Website
15.6 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Black Sheep Farm Health
North Bellshill Farm
Belford
Northumberland
NE70 7HP
01669 838284
info@bsfh.co.uk
Website
5.59 miles
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Robson &Amp; Prescott
The Veterinary Centre
Percy Street Hall
Percy Street
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 1AE
01665 605 215
info@robsonprescott.co.uk
Website
6.26 miles
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Open at weekends

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Out-of-hours service only
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Alnorthumbria Vets (Wagonway)
Wagonway Road
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 1QQ
01665 510999
wagonway@alnorthumbriavets.co.uk
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Morris And Plumley
The Alnwick Vets
South Road
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 2NZ
01665 600060
info@morrisandplumley.co.uk
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6.62 miles
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Cheviot Vets Ltd
Brandon White House Farm
Powburn
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 4JE
01665 578728
reception@cheviotvets.co.uk
Website
7.70 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Alnorthumbria Vets (Wooler)
29 Ryecroft Way
Wooler
Northumberland
NE71 6DY
01668 281323
wooler@alnorthumbriavets.co.uk
Website
11.58 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Newton Pool
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NE66 3EH
4.58 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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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
5.65 miles

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Craster To Dunstanburgh Castle
Nice East Gentle 5 Mile Walk From Craster To Dunstanburgh Castle. Through Open Farm Land Along The Coast- Stone Beach And Some Of It Accessible. Amazing Pub In Craster At The End For A Deserved Beverage
6-10 Whin Hill
5.88 miles

£2 For Car Park.
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Ingram Valley
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NE66 4LT
10.24 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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Cragside
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NE65 7PX
13.96 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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Druridge Bay Country Park
Excellent Country Park To Walk The Dog, Just South Of Amble. There Are Also Recreation Sports Carried Out On The Lake. Picnic's And Rangers Station But No Cafe.
Unnamed Road
Morpeth
Lancashire
NE61 5BX
15.50 miles

Just Off The A1068 South Of Amble
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