Welcome to Swilder Burn

Swilder Burn is a small river that flows through the county of Northumberland in England. It is a tributary of the River Coquet and is approximately 10 miles long. The river is known for its beautiful scenery and is a popular spot for fishing and hiking. The surrounding area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including otters, kingfishers, and brown trout.

The river is named after the village of Swilderburn, which is located near its source. The village is small and rural, with a population of around 100 people. It is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland, and is a peaceful and picturesque place to visit. The village is also home to a number of historic buildings, including a 12th-century church and a 17th-century manor house.

Swilder Burn is a great place to visit for anyone who loves the outdoors. The river is surrounded by beautiful countryside, and there are plenty of opportunities for hiking, fishing, and wildlife spotting. The nearby village of Swilderburn is also worth a visit, with its historic buildings and rural charm. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an active outdoor adventure, Swilder Burn is a great destination to explore.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 7.3°C

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Wind: 15.2 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
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
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
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
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
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
Stamfordham First School
Community School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Miss Lynsey Briddock
Stamfordham
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Northumberland
NE18 0NA
01661886358
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
Beaufront First School
Community School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Eileen Daniel
Sandhoe
Hexham
Northumberland
NE46 4LY
01434602903
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Hexham
Station Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1EU
11.06 Miles
Corbridge
Station Road, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5AY
11.33 Miles
Riding Mill
Riding Mill, Riding Mill, Northumberland, NE44 6EP
12.91 Miles
Haydon Bridge
Haydon Bridge, Haydon Bridge, Northumberland, NE47 6LL
13.36 Miles
Prudhoe
Station Gate, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 6NR
13.48 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Shire Taxis
01434 606464
The Leggit, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4AA
7.35 Miles
Bellingham Taxis
01434 220570
11 Hillside, Hexham, Northumberland, NE48 2DF
8.07 Miles
Corbridge Village Taxi
01434 634006
Roman Way, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5JN
10.59 Miles
Advanced Taxis
01434 606565
Office 4, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4JW
10.75 Miles
Budget Taxis
01434 606332
Foundry Industrial Estate, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4JW
10.75 Miles
Batey's Taxis
01434 602500
Station Yard, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1EU
11.03 Miles
Hexham Private Hire
07702 354849
6 Garden Ter, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3PX
11.04 Miles
Aaa Hexham And Hadrians Wall Taxis
01434 600600
17B Hallgate, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1XD
11.25 Miles
Ecocabs
01434 600600
17 Hallgate, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1XD
11.25 Miles
Aaa Airport Transfers Corbridge
01434 600600
17C Hallgate, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1XD
11.25 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Great Bavington - D
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Little Bavington - D
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Kirkwhelpington
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Harle - D
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Kirkharle Village - D
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Knowesgate - D
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Tone Inn Birtley - D
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Hallington - D
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Wallington
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Kirkheaton - D
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Colwell - D
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Capheaton Post Office
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Westmacott Street - D
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Cambo - R
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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
The Surgery (Wark)
Wark
Hexham
Northumberland
NE48 3LS
Bellingham Practice
01434 220203
Bellingham Practice
Bellingham
Hexham
Northumberland
NE48 2HE
12 Grange Road
White Medical Group
Stamfordham
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tyne And Wear
NE18 0PF
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Local Stores

Bellingham - Parkside Place
2-3 Parkside Place
Bellingham Northumberland
Hexham
Northumberland
NE48 2AY
01434 221225
shop.6962@coop.co.uk
Store Website
8.25 miles
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SPAR Hexham
Euro Garages Hexham Bridge End S.S
Rotary Way
Bridge End
Hexham
NE46 4DL
Store Website
10.8 miles
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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
8.19 miles
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Westway Veterinary Group
St Helens Street
Corbridge
Northumberland
NE45 5BE
01434 632033
info@westwaysvets.com
Website
10.78 miles
Amenities
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Disabled public access

Client car park

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The Fold Farm Vets Ltd
Hexham Auction Mart
Hexham
Northumberland
NE46 3SG
01434 239444
enquiries@thefoldfarmvets.co.uk
Website
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Scott Mitchell Veterinary Care Ltd
The Surgeries
Tyne Green
Hexham
Northumberland
NE46 3SG
01434 608999
enquiries@smvc.co.uk
Website
10.90 miles
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Hadrian Vets
Dene Avenue
Hexham
Northumberland
NE46 1HJ
01434 602703
enquiries@hadrianvets.co.uk
Website
11.20 miles
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Orchard House Veterinary Centres Limited
48 Priestpopple
Hexham
Northumberland
NE46 1PQ
01434 607677
admin@orchardhousevets.com
Website
11.25 miles
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Disabled public access

Client car park

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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
6.87 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
8.01 miles

From The A1, Follow The A69 To A6079 In Acomb And Continue On That Road To The Museum.
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Cragside
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NE65 7PX
14.46 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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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
15.76 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.
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
16.25 miles

Redesdale Forest
Location
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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
16.66 miles

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