Welcome to Spindlestone

Spindlestone is a small village located in the county of Northumberland, England. It is situated near the coast and is known for its beautiful scenery and peaceful atmosphere. The village is surrounded by fields and farmland, making it an ideal location for those who enjoy the outdoors. The village is also home to a number of historic buildings, including the Spindlestone Tower, which dates back to the 14th century.

One of the main attractions of Spindlestone is its proximity to the Northumberland coast. The village is just a short drive from some of the most beautiful beaches in the area, including Bamburgh Beach and Beadnell Bay. These beaches are popular with tourists and locals alike, and offer a range of activities, including swimming, surfing, and kiteboarding. The area is also home to a number of wildlife reserves, including the Farne Islands, which are home to a large colony of seabirds.

Despite its small size, Spindlestone has a strong sense of community. The village is home to a number of local businesses, including a pub, a post office, and a village hall. There are also a number of community events held throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas market. The village is also home to a number of sports teams, including a cricket team and a football team, which compete against other local villages. Overall, Spindlestone is a charming and welcoming village that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 7.4°C

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Local Schools

School Details
Belford First School
Community School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Lorna Rainey
West Street
Belford
Northumberland
NE70 7QD
01668213372
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
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
Holy Island Church Of England First School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Rebecca Simpson
Lewins Lane
Holy Island
Berwick Upon Tweed
Northumberland
TD15 2SQ
01289389231
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
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
Glendale Middle School
Community School
Ages:9-13
Head Teacher
Mr Michael Deane-Hall
15 Brewery Lane
Wooler
Northumberland
NE71 6QF
01668281470
School Website
Wooler First School
Community School
Ages:2-9
Head Teacher
Mr Mike Deane-Hall
Brewery Road
Wooler
Northumberland
NE71 6QF
01668281470
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
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
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Chathill
[Un-Named Lane], Chathill, Northumberland, NE67 5DE
4.47 Miles
Alnmouth
South View, Lesbury, Northumberland, NE66 3QF
14.66 Miles
Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Railway Street, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1NF
15.83 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Border Cabs
07769 515915
1 Easington Demense Cottage, Belford, Northumberland, NE70 7EQ
2.07 Miles
Hunters Taxis
01665 720400
7 Seafield Rd, Seahouses, Northumberland, NE68 7SL
4.24 Miles
Parks Taxi Hire Sole Trader
01665 720542
7 Mayfield, Seahouses, Northumberland, NE68 7SG
4.31 Miles
Ddm Private Hire Ltd
01668 283023
3 Fenton Grange, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6AW
10.41 Miles
Glendale Taxis
01668 282292
29 Glendale Rd, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6DN
10.50 Miles
Dragon Cars
01665 604605
54 Upper Barresdale, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1DR
12.62 Miles
The Yellow Taxi
01665 541250
5 Duke Street, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1QU
13.00 Miles
Roseworth Private Hire
01665 603911
Roseworth Alnmouth Road, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 2PR
13.00 Miles
Sovereign Taxis
01665 602200
2/Hope House Cottages, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 2AA
13.04 Miles
A A Taxis
01665 606060
Unit 6/Sawmills Ind Est/South Rd, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 2QW
13.28 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

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Newlands Lodge - D
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Bellshill - D
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The Meadows - D
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Elford - D
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West Street - D
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Belford Medical Practice
01668 213738
Belford Medical Practice
Croft Field
Belford
Northumberland
NE70 7ER
Seahouses Health Centre
James Street
Seahouses
Northumberland
NE68 7XZ
Belford Medical Practice
James Street
Seahouses
Northumberland
NE68 7XZ
Embleton Surgery
West Field
Embleton
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 3XZ
Cheviot Medical Group
01668 281575
Cheviot Medical Group
Padgepool Place
Wooler
Northumberland
NE71 6BL
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Local Stores

Belford
West Street
Belford
Northumberland
NE70 7QE
01668 213202
shop.7251@coop.co.uk
Store Website
2.69 miles
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SPAR Thropton
West End Garage
Main Road
Thropton
NE65 7LT
0330 355 9239
Store Website
20.7 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
2.35 miles
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Alnorthumbria Vets (Wooler)
29 Ryecroft Way
Wooler
Northumberland
NE71 6DY
01668 281323
wooler@alnorthumbriavets.co.uk
Website
10.41 miles
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Cheviot Vets Ltd
Brandon White House Farm
Powburn
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 4JE
01665 578728
reception@cheviotvets.co.uk
Website
11.21 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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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
12.72 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
Website
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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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Local Dog Walks

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
5.52 miles

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Newton Pool
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NE66 3EH
7.68 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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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
10.64 miles

£2 For Car Park.
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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
12.45 miles

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Ingram Valley
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NE66 4LT
13.39 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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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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