Gatecroft and Old Sunday School Local Information
Sightseeing
Ashgill Force is only a very short walk from Gatecroft.
Turn left out of the front gate and walk up the hill (marked with dead end sign) Opposite Garrigill Estate you will see a public footpath. Take this footpath and follow along with the South Tyne on your right hand side.
It's a fairly easy walk for most abilities. It does have a few stiles to climb over.
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Ashgill Force North Pennines Waterfall Gorge Walking
Ashgill Force is only a very short walk from Gatecroft.
Turn left out of the front gate and walk up the hill (marked with dead end sign) Opposite Garrigill Estate you will see a public footpath. Take this footpath and follow along with the South Tyne on your right hand side.
It's a fairly easy walk for most abilities. It does have a few stiles to climb over.
England's highest waterfall is only 12 miles from Garrigill, so well worth a visit whilst in the area.
116 locals recommend
High Force Waterfalls
Alston RoadEngland's highest waterfall is only 12 miles from Garrigill, so well worth a visit whilst in the area.
The North Pennines was famous for lead mining. There are a number of mines in the area that you can visit. Killhope is well worth a visit. Open April to October and has activities suitable for all ages - museum, art events, drama events, wildlife walks, cafe, and underground tours. You will need war clothes and wellies if you intend to do a tour. Site is dog friendly.
40 locals recommend
Killhope Lead Mining Museum
The North Pennines was famous for lead mining. There are a number of mines in the area that you can visit. Killhope is well worth a visit. Open April to October and has activities suitable for all ages - museum, art events, drama events, wildlife walks, cafe, and underground tours. You will need war clothes and wellies if you intend to do a tour. Site is dog friendly.
Tours and events only take place on specific dates throughout the year, so visit website for dates. Well worth a visit. Tours are very informative.
9 locals recommend
Nenthead Mines
Tours and events only take place on specific dates throughout the year, so visit website for dates. Well worth a visit. Tours are very informative.
A trip to Hadrian's Wall is a must do for anyone visiting for the first time. There are a number to choose from, and many have events throughout the year.
20 locals recommend
Chesters Roman Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall
B6318A trip to Hadrian's Wall is a must do for anyone visiting for the first time. There are a number to choose from, and many have events throughout the year.
Vindolanda Museum and Restaurant
Corbridge Roman Town - Hadrian's Wall
Corchester LaneFree to visit. Nice walking opportunity. Combine with coffee/brunch at The Nook
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Epiacum Roman Fort
Free to visit. Nice walking opportunity. Combine with coffee/brunch at The Nook
Trains run weekends and some holidays. A wonderful way to see the stunning North Pennines scenery, in a magnificent steam train.
Good coffee shops at various stations if you want to get off for a snack and to explore.
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South Tynedale Railway
Station RoadTrains run weekends and some holidays. A wonderful way to see the stunning North Pennines scenery, in a magnificent steam train.
Good coffee shops at various stations if you want to get off for a snack and to explore.
For lovers of Sci-Fi/Dr Who. Small niche museum loved for it's life sized dalek outside in the quaint little market town of Allendale, where other than a sci-fi museum it feels as if nothing much has changed for decades.
The Museum of Classic Sci-Fi
For lovers of Sci-Fi/Dr Who. Small niche museum loved for it's life sized dalek outside in the quaint little market town of Allendale, where other than a sci-fi museum it feels as if nothing much has changed for decades.
Cross Fell is the highest mountain (sometimes known as Angry Mountain) in the Pennine Hills of Northern England and the highest point in England outside the Lake District. The base of Cross Fell is located at the edge of the village. Turn left out of the gate and then first right. The road turns into a track.
Cross Fell summit is crowned by a cross-shaped dry-stone shelter. On a clear day there are excellent views from the summit across the Eden Valley to the mountains of the Lake District.
The fell is prone to dense hill fog and fierce winds. The 15 mile hike is part of the Spine Endurance race.
For those who don't relish the thought of a 15 mile hike, it is worth doing just a small section for the wonderful views, and then turning round.
8 locals recommend
Cross Fell
Cross Fell is the highest mountain (sometimes known as Angry Mountain) in the Pennine Hills of Northern England and the highest point in England outside the Lake District. The base of Cross Fell is located at the edge of the village. Turn left out of the gate and then first right. The road turns into a track.
Cross Fell summit is crowned by a cross-shaped dry-stone shelter. On a clear day there are excellent views from the summit across the Eden Valley to the mountains of the Lake District.
The fell is prone to dense hill fog and fierce winds. The 15 mile hike is part of the Spine Endurance race.
For those who don't relish the thought of a 15 mile hike, it is worth doing just a small section for the wonderful views, and then turning round.
Food scene
A favourite with guests. Does a great steak pie. Varied menu with something for everyone. Caters for gluten free. Pub garden area. Dog friendly are in restaurant/bar.
6 locals recommend
Alston House
A favourite with guests. Does a great steak pie. Varied menu with something for everyone. Caters for gluten free. Pub garden area. Dog friendly are in restaurant/bar.
Restored Methodist chapel with cafe, art gallery and small craft shop.
Great for brunch/lunch/afternoon tea/cake and coffee. Good quality and reasonably priced.
Also some evening food and music events.
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Nenthead Arts & Visitor Centre
Restored Methodist chapel with cafe, art gallery and small craft shop.
Great for brunch/lunch/afternoon tea/cake and coffee. Good quality and reasonably priced.
Also some evening food and music events.
Always popular with our guests. Garrigill is rural so no deliveries or Just Eat so you do need to drive to pick up your fish and chips. Worth it though!
The High Plaice
Always popular with our guests. Garrigill is rural so no deliveries or Just Eat so you do need to drive to pick up your fish and chips. Worth it though!
High end dining for a more special occasion. Lovely to sit out and enjoy a cream tea in the grounds, or for a special occasion afternoon tea served in the historic main hall.
Rampart tours can also be booked.
11 locals recommend
Langley Castle Hotel
High end dining for a more special occasion. Lovely to sit out and enjoy a cream tea in the grounds, or for a special occasion afternoon tea served in the historic main hall.
Rampart tours can also be booked.
City/town information
Alston is the nearest town, and is also England's highest market town. Lovely old town with wonderful listed buildings, a traditional market cross, and cobbles.
Has a number of eateries and craft/gift shops.
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Alston
Alston is the nearest town, and is also England's highest market town. Lovely old town with wonderful listed buildings, a traditional market cross, and cobbles.
Has a number of eateries and craft/gift shops.
A great place for a day trip. Known as the happiest place to live in England - with good reason. It has it all. Lots of places of interest to visit such as Hexham Abbey, and Hexham Old Gaol Museum, as well as restaurants, coffee shops, sports and leisure centre and a beautiful river walk.
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Hexham
A great place for a day trip. Known as the happiest place to live in England - with good reason. It has it all. Lots of places of interest to visit such as Hexham Abbey, and Hexham Old Gaol Museum, as well as restaurants, coffee shops, sports and leisure centre and a beautiful river walk.
Another great place for a day trip. The Durham Lakes Centre for coffee/shopping. The (heated) open air swimming pool is a great attraction in good weather. Park and stepping stones over the river for children. Fish and chips, ice cream etc. A traditional family day trip.
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Stanhope
Another great place for a day trip. The Durham Lakes Centre for coffee/shopping. The (heated) open air swimming pool is a great attraction in good weather. Park and stepping stones over the river for children. Fish and chips, ice cream etc. A traditional family day trip.
The small village of Nenthead in the North Pennines is England’s highest village at 1500 feet. Nenthead was a major centre for lead and silver mining, and in its time had the most productive lead mine in the country.
Visit the lead mines, the miniature village, The Hive for a snack, the children's play area, and numerous walks, including the well known Isaac's tea trail.
Nenthead
The small village of Nenthead in the North Pennines is England’s highest village at 1500 feet. Nenthead was a major centre for lead and silver mining, and in its time had the most productive lead mine in the country.
Visit the lead mines, the miniature village, The Hive for a snack, the children's play area, and numerous walks, including the well known Isaac's tea trail.