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A view in the central business district, Allendale Town, Northumberland

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About Allendale Town

This picturesque Northumberland village enjoys a lovely location in the fine hill and dale countryside of the beautiful East Allen Valley.

It is a great place to be summer or winter, for there is always a lively 'buzz' in the air. New Years Eve is particularly eventful, everyone joins in the celebrations with real enthusiasm. A huge bonfire is lit at midnight, and this is followed by a procession of men parading through the streets in costume, carrying tubs of blazing tar on their heads. Curious, but fun, it follows a custom thought to originate from Norsemen, who practised fire worship.

This is a solid village, with attractive stone-built properties. There is a stone-built market place, and the main street is softened by trees and green verges. The 14th-century church stands in a lofty position on the wooded banks of the River East Allen, and as if to substantiate Allendale's claim to be the centre of Britain, a sundial set into the church tower records longitude and latitude. Another claim to fame for this enchanting little place, is that it was once a prosperous centre for the lead-mining industry.

The village fortunes these days are firmly linked to tourism, it is superbly situated as a touring centre and many of it's hotels and guest houses attract the same visitors every year. Allendale Town, set as it is, in the midst of magnificent countryside, with sweeping views and desolate silence, is a magnet for walkers, who take pleasure in tramping the moors during the day. After a hard day's trek, well what better than a glass or two, in a friendly pub among cheerful locals who quite quickly become new found friends.

Allendale Town has shops, tea-rooms, pubs, hotels and friendly cottages offering bed and breakfast. At Allenheads there is a Heritage Centre and the historic town of Hexham is within easy driving distance.

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	Nent Hall Country House Hotel Alston, Alston, Cumbria, England (8.1 miles, 13.1 km, direction SW) Nent Hall offers a charming destination to enjoy a relaxing break. Set in peaceful gardens, we are only a short drive from the Lake District, Hadrian's Wall and much more. Nent Hall Country House ... More info and book online.. Price from £54.00
	De Vere Slaley Hall Slaley Hall, Slaley, Hexham, Northumberland, England (8.4 miles, 13.5 km, direction E) Set in 1,000 acres of prime Northumberland forest and moorland, yet close to Newcastle. Surrounded by two championship golf courses, Slaley Hall remains a grand retreat and a symbol of Edwardian elega... More info and book online.. Price from £109.00
	Lowbyer Manor Country House Hexham Road, Alston, Cumbria, Cumbria, England (9.5 miles, 15.2 km, direction SW) Lowbyer Manor Country House is a 4-star guesthouse, offering you accommodation of exceptional value. We are sure that you will find your stay at Lowbyer Manor a relaxing and enjoyable experience. O... More info and book online.. Price from £33.00
	Victoria Inn Front Street, Alston, Cumbria, Cumbria, England (9.5 miles, 15.4 km, direction SW) The Victoria Inn is a traditional town centre hostelry. Comprising of 8 rooms, offering a range of clean, comfortable, affordable bed and breakfast accommodation, from single to family rooms. Situ... More info and book online.. Price from £22.00
	Cumberland Hotel Townfoot, Alston, Cumbria, England (9.6 miles, 15.5 km, direction SW) A family-run, five bedroom hotel overlooking the River South Tyne in the picturesque market town of Alston in Cumbria. Situated on the A686 in the heart of the North Pennines and 18 miles from the M6 ... More info and book online.. Price from £60.00

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Haydon Bridge Station	(5.6 miles, 9.0 km, direction N)
Bardon Mill Station	(6.7 miles, 10.8 km, direction NW)
Newcastle International Airport	(24.1 miles, 38.8 km, direction NE)
M6 Junction 42	(25.2 miles, 40.5 km, direction W)
M6 Junction 43	(25.4 miles, 40.9 km, direction W)
Teesside International Airport	(42.3 miles, 68.1 km, direction SE)
Allendale Town to London	(250.2 miles, 402.7 km, direction S)