Welcome to Raylees

Raylees Northumberland is a beautiful and historic county located in the northeast of England. It is known for its stunning coastline, rolling hills, and picturesque villages. The county is home to many popular tourist destinations, including the historic market town of Alnwick, the stunning Bamburgh Castle, and the Holy Island of Lindisfarne. Visitors to Raylees Northumberland can enjoy a wide range of activities, from hiking and cycling to exploring the county's rich history and culture.

One of the most popular attractions in Raylees Northumberland is Hadrian's Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that stretches for 73 miles across the county. Built by the Romans in the 2nd century AD, the wall was designed to protect the northern frontier of the Roman Empire. Today, visitors can explore the wall and its many forts, museums, and archaeological sites. The wall is also a popular destination for hikers, who can follow the Hadrian's Wall Path National Trail and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Another popular attraction in Raylees Northumberland is the Northumberland National Park, which covers over 400 square miles of stunning countryside. The park is home to a wide range of wildlife, including red squirrels, otters, and rare birds such as the black grouse. Visitors can enjoy a range of outdoor activities in the park, including hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The park is also home to many historic sites, including the remains of Roman forts and the medieval ruins of Harbottle Castle.

Local Schools

School	Details
Otterburn First School Community School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mr Alison Woodcock	Otterburn Newcastle Upon Tyne Northumberland NE19 1JF 01830520283 School Website
Cambo First School Community School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Paula Cummings	Cambo Morpeth Northumberland NE61 4BE 01670774210 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
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
Greenhaugh First School Community School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Clare Crow	Greenhaugh Hexham Northumberland NE48 1LX 01434240208 School Website
Thropton Village First School Academy Converter Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mr Liam Murtagh	Thropton Morpeth Northumberland NE65 7JD 1669620297 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
Dr Thomlinson Church Of England Middle School Academy Converter Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Mr Liam Murtagh	Silverton Lane Rothbury Morpeth Northumberland NE65 7RJ 1669620287 School Website
Rothbury First School Community School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Cheryl Auld And Mrs Helen Duffield	Addycombe Rothbury Morpeth Northumberland NE65 7PG 01669620283 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Acklington Off B6345, Acklington, Northumberland, NE65 4DE 9.86 Miles

Hexham Station Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1EU 16.93 Miles

Haydon Bridge Haydon Bridge, Haydon Bridge, Northumberland, NE47 6LL 17.52 Miles

Morpeth Coopies Lane, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2SL 17.66 Miles

Corbridge Station Road, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5AY 17.73 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Bellingham Taxis 01434 220570 11 Hillside, Hexham, Northumberland, NE48 2DF 7.21 Miles
Shire Taxis 01434 606464 The Leggit, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4AA 12.65 Miles
Gavcars Limited 0844 879 3335 White Gates, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 8UJ 14.05 Miles
Falway Private Hire 01670 788535 4 Linden Cottages, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 8XE 14.18 Miles
Just Taxis - Morpeth 07957 495503 16 Merle Gardens, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 3RW 16.60 Miles
Caisleycabs Taxis In Morpeth 0800 118 5018 89 Abbey Meadows, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2XZ 16.64 Miles
Caisleycabs 0800 118 5018 89 Abbey Meadows, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2XZ 16.64 Miles
Advanced Taxis 01434 606565 Office 4, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4JW 16.66 Miles
Budget Taxis 01434 606332 Foundry Industrial Estate, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4JW 16.66 Miles
Hexham Private Hire 07702 354849 6 Garden Ter, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3PX 16.82 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Soppitt - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Elsdon - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Otterburn Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Willow Green - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
East Woodburn - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
West Woodburn Tso Box Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Woodburn Station - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sarelaw Cottages - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Westmacott Street - D 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
Knowesgate - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Redesdale Arms Hotel - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kirkwhelpington Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Holystone Grange 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

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Bellingham Practice 01434 220203	Bellingham Practice Bellingham Hexham Northumberland NE48 2HE
Scots Gap Medical Group 01670 774216	Scots Gap Medical Group The Surgery, Scots Gap Morpeth Northumberland NE61 4EG
The Surgery (Wark)	Wark Hexham Northumberland NE48 3LS
The Rothbury Practice 01669 620339	The Rothbury Practice 3 Market Place,Rothbury Morpeth Northumberland NE65 7UW
Humshaugh & Wark Med Grp 01434 681281	Humshaugh & Wark Med Grp The Surgery, Humshaugh Hexham Northumberland NE46 4BU

Local Stores

Bellingham - Parkside Place
2-3 Parkside Place
Bellingham Northumberland
Hexham
Northumberland
NE48 2AY
01434 221225
shop.6962@coop.co.uk
Store Website
7.37 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 7.32 miles

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Alnorthumbria Vets (Rothbury)
Front Street Rothbury Morpeth Northumberland NE65 7UG 01669 620638 rothbury@alnorthumbriavets.co.uk Website 10.32 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 10.73 miles
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Alnorthumbria Vets (Morpeth)
Fairmoor Morpeth Northumberland NE61 3JN 01670 505321 Website 16.23 miles

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Alnorthumbria Vets (Morpeth Equine)
Fairmoor Morpeth Northumberland NE61 3JN 01670 897 597 wagonway@alnorthumbriavets.co.uk Website 16.23 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 16.74 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 10.28 miles Redesdale Forest

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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 11.38 miles

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Cragside
. NE65 7PX 11.45 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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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 12.78 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.

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

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Ingram Valley
. NE66 4LT 16.47 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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