Welcome to Wark Common

Wark Common is a beautiful and serene location situated in the heart of Northumberland. It is a vast expanse of open land that is perfect for those who love to explore the great outdoors. The common is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, rabbits, and deer, making it an ideal spot for nature lovers. The area is also steeped in history, with ancient ruins and monuments scattered throughout the landscape.

One of the most striking features of Wark Common is its stunning views. From the top of the hills, visitors can see for miles around, taking in the rolling hills and picturesque countryside. The area is particularly beautiful during the autumn months when the leaves on the trees turn a vibrant shade of red and gold. It is a popular spot for photographers, who come to capture the stunning scenery and wildlife.

Wark Common is also a popular destination for walkers and hikers. There are numerous trails and paths that wind their way through the common, offering visitors the chance to explore the area at their own pace. The terrain is varied, with steep hills, gentle slopes, and flat stretches, making it suitable for walkers of all abilities. Whether you are looking for a leisurely stroll or a more challenging hike, Wark Common has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 7.2°C

Feels Like: 2.6°C

Wind: 21.5 MPH

Wind Dir: N

Local Schools

School Details
Ford Castle Residential Centre
Miscellaneous
Ages:16-99
Ford
Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Northumberland
TD15 2PX
Hugh Joicey Church Of England First School Ford
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Jacqueline Dalrymple
Ford Village
Berwick Upon Tweed
Northumberland
TD15 2QA
01890820217
School Website
Norham St Ceolwulfs C Of E Controlled First School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Gary Hilton
West Street
Norham-On-Tweed
Berwick Upon Tweed
Northumberland
TD15 2JZ
01289382370
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
Longridge Towers School
Other Independent School
Ages:3-18
Head Teacher
Mr Jonathan Lee
Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Northumberland
TD15 2XQ
1289307584
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
Scremerston First School
Community School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Smith
Scremerston
Berwick Upon Tweed
Northumberland
TD15 2RB
01289307536
School Website
Tweedmouth Prior Park First School
Community School
Ages:3-9
Head Teacher
Deborah Currans
Dean Drive
Tweedmouth
Berwick Upon Tweed
Northumberland
TD15 2DB
01289306667
School Website
The Grove Special School
Community Special School
Ages:2-19
Head Teacher
Mrs Penelope Derries
Grove Gardens
Tweedmouth
Berwick Upon Tweed
Northumberland
TD15 2EN
01289306390
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Railway Street, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1NF
15.11 Miles
Reston
The Orchard, Reston, Scottish Borders, TD14 5JS
16.42 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Lauders Private Vehicle Hire (Taxis)
01890 882684
1 Priory Hill, Coldstream, Scottish Borders, TD12 4EB
2.64 Miles
Am-2-Pm Taxi's
01890 883037
43Hillview, Coldstream, Scottish Borders, TD12 4ED
2.64 Miles
Fone A Cab Taxi Kelso
01573 228026
Hendersyde Drive, Kelso, Scottish Borders, TD5 7TH
5.52 Miles
Premier Taxis
01573 223100
36 Sydenham Court, Kelso, Scottish Borders, TD5 7NR
5.72 Miles
Kelso Taxis
01573 228182
Pinnacle Hill Farm House Sprouston Road, Kelso, Scottish Borders, TD5 8ES
5.87 Miles
Kwik Cab Taxis
01573 225451
22 Roxburgh Street, Kelso, Scottish Borders, TD5 7DH
6.04 Miles
Border Villager Taxi
07765 791348
6 E Flodden Farm Cottages, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6JF
6.28 Miles
Duns Taxi
07970 221465
Hawthorn Bank, Duns, Scottish Borders, TD11 3HH
10.68 Miles
Networks Taxis
01835 850215
West Nisbet Farmhouse, Jedburgh, Scottish Borders, TD8 6TR
11.32 Miles
Ddm Private Hire Ltd
01668 283023
3 Fenton Grange, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6AW
11.65 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Wark East Common
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Sunilaws Station
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Pressen
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Wark Village
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Carham
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Hadden Farm
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West Learmouth
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Leet Bridge D
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Birgham Village
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Mindrum Mill
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Coldstream Post Office
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Mindrum House
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Lennelmount D
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East Learmouth
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Norham Surgery
3 Pedwell Way
Norham
Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Northumberland
TD15 2LD
Cheviot Medical Group
01668 281575
Cheviot Medical Group
Padgepool Place
Wooler
Northumberland
NE71 6BL
Wooler Health
01668 281740
Cheviot Primary Care Cent
Padgepool Place
Wooler
NE71 6BL
Tweedmouth Clinic
Shielfield Terrace
Tweedmouth
Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Northumberland
TD15 2EQ
Union Brae & Norham Prac
01289 330333
Union Brae & Norham Prac
Union Brae, Tweedmouth
Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Northumberland
TD15 2HB
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Local Stores

Coldstream
34 High St
Coldstream
Berwickshire
TD12 4AS
01890 882280
Store Website
2.37 miles
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SPAR Penny Petroleum Jedburgh
Edinburgh Road
Jedburgh
TD8 6EB
01835 863900
Store Website
13.8 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Galedin Ltd T/A Galedin Veterinary
112 High Street
Coldstream
Berwickshire
TD12 4AG
01890 882 322
Website
2.61 miles
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Galedin Ltd T/A Galedin Veterinary
The Knowes
Kelso
Roxburghshire
TD5 7BH
01573 224496
kelso@galedinvet.com
Website
5.82 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Cheviot Vets
Pinnaclemill Industrial Estate
Kelso
Roxburghshire
TD5 8AS
01573 228 634
reception@cheviotvets.co.uk
Website
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Cats

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Blackadder Vets
Blackadder West Farm
Edrom
Duns
Berwickshire
TD11 3LX
07830 212223
laura@blackaddervets.co.uk
Website
9.93 miles
Animals Treated
Equines

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Galedin Ltd T/A Galedin Veterinary
Cheeklaw Veterinary Centre
Station Road
Duns
Berwickshire
TD11 3HS
01361 883 742
info@galedinvet.com
Website
10.48 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Cattle

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Equitait Veterinary Practice
Raecleughhead
Duns
Berwickshire
TD11 3NS
01361 889106
enquiries@equitait.com
Website
11.62 miles
Amenities
Client car park

Animals Treated
Equines

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Local Dog Walks

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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6.86 miles

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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Duddo Stone Circle
This Walk Is Fairly Short But Is A Lovely One For Those Interested In History As There Is A Sign With Info To The Left Of The Stone Circle. Very Clearly Pathed, Just Make Sure Not To Miss The Road Side Sign On The Right Where You Have To Park.
Unnamed Road
Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Lancashire
TD15 2PS
7.95 miles

Park On The Verge, On The Right Hand Side. The Walk Has A Sign At The Beginning But Is Clearly Pathed
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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
14.91 miles

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Ingram Valley
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NE66 4LT
17.60 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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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
22.69 miles

Redesdale Forest
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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
25.96 miles

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