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About Thropton

This pretty village straggles the banks of the sparkling River Coquet. It is a lively invigorating place, lying amidst the stunning countryside of Simonside, a 1,409 foot high peak which gives its name to a whole range of sandstone hills, seen from every corner of this sweeping county.

Thropton is situated a short distance from Rothbury and visitors to the area find the heather-clad hills of Thropton a sharp contrast to the gentle meadows of the lower reaches of Coquetdale, especially in high summer when the hills are a blaze of purple and the lower fields a carpet of glowing golden corn. It is the perfect setting for the annual village show, a lively event, drawing folk from all over who come to witness the fell race, sample the delights of the beer tent, admire the floral displays and enjoy the many demonstrations. Village shows are the very epitome of English country life, not many are held in such stunning countryside.

The village has a pleasant village pub, serving real ale, tasty snacks and on a cold winters night there is a real fire. Physic Lane is the setting for a legend which tells of a hospital belonging to the Knights Hospitallers of St.John of Jerusalem, being at the bottom of the lane during the 13th and 14th-centuries. Fact or fiction, who knows?

There are plenty of nearby places to visit, these include Alnwick Castle and Gardens, Cragside House, Brinkburn Priory and the Northumberland National Park.

Planning a visit? Please see below for other recommended towns, attractions and recommended hotels nearby.

Distances and directions below are approximate. For true driving distances please visit the AA Route Planner

Recommended attractions near Thropton

Lordenshaw	(2.1 miles, 3.4 km, direction SE)	Pictures
Cragside	(2.5 miles, 4.0 km, direction E)	Pictures
Callaly Castle	(5.4 miles, 8.7 km, direction N)	Pictures
The Breamish Valley	(8.7 miles, 14.1 km, direction N)	Pictures
Wallington Hall	(11.1 miles, 17.8 km, direction S)	Pictures
Hulne Park	(11.2 miles, 18.0 km, direction NE)	Pictures
Northumberland National Park	(11.2 miles, 18.0 km, direction W)	Pictures
Alnwick Castle	(12.1 miles, 19.5 km, direction NE)	Pictures
The Alnwick Garden	(12.2 miles, 19.6 km, direction NE)	Pictures
Bolam Lake Country Park	(12.7 miles, 20.4 km, direction S)	Pictures
Warkworth Castle	(13.4 miles, 21.6 km, direction E)	Pictures
Mitford Castle	(13.8 miles, 22.1 km, direction SE)	Pictures
The Cheviot Hills	(14.0 miles, 22.5 km, direction W)	Pictures
Redesdale	(14.8 miles, 23.7 km, direction W)	Pictures
Chillingham Castle	(14.8 miles, 23.9 km, direction N)	Pictures

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Recommended towns near Thropton

Netherton, in the county of Northumberland (4.6 miles, 7.4 km, direction NW)
The village of Netherton nestles in the wild countryside beneath the southern slopes of the Cheviot Hills on the fringe of the Northumberland National Park.
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Alwinton, in the county of Northumberland (7.4 miles, 11.9 km, direction W)
Alwinton occupies a lovely position in a hollow of the Cheviot Hills where the waters of the Alwin and the Coquet Rivers meet.
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Elsdon, in the county of Northumberland (8.0 miles, 12.8 km, direction SW)
In this gentle setting the village, with its scattering of 18th-century properties around a picturesque village green, is the perfect example of English village life.
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Hartburn, in the county of Northumberland (10.6 miles, 17.1 km, direction S)
This is a wonderful place to be, especially on a bright summer day when the sun beats down relentlessly.
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Alnwick, a Historic Market Town in the county of Northumberland (11.9 miles, 19.1 km, direction NE)
Set magnificently in the heart of the beautiful northern countryside is the great castle that has dominated the life and times of Alnwick for centuries.
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Bolam, in the county of Northumberland (12.8 miles, 20.5 km, direction S)
This is an historic village, it took its name from a Baron de Bolam in the 13th century.
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Warkworth, in the county of Northumberland (13.7 miles, 22.0 km, direction E)
Sparkling in high summer and tinged with frosty thin ice in winter, the River Coquet makes its final loop before entering the sea at Amble.
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Alnmouth, a Picturesque Village in the county of Northumberland (14.3 miles, 23.0 km, direction E)
Alnmouth lies on a coastline famed for its outstanding natural beauty, thus one of its greatest pleasures is found in wandering the coastal paths enjoying uninterrupted sea and coastal views.
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Morpeth, in the county of Northumberland (14.4 miles, 23.2 km, direction SE)
Hidden in the spacious Northumberland countryside where centuries ago the towns and villages of this vast region were the scene of border raids and skirmishes, lies the busy market town of Morpeth.
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Wooler, in the county of Northumberland (16.3 miles, 26.3 km, direction N)
Here in these high upland regions you feel immediately relaxed, at ease and although Wooler bustles with life, it has a timeless quality where you feel a world away from civilisation.
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Bellingham, in the county of Northumberland (16.6 miles, 26.8 km, direction SW)
The market town of Bellingham sits on one of Northumberland's prettiest stretches of water, the north bank of the River North Tyne.
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Craster, in the county of Northumberland (17.9 miles, 28.8 km, direction NE)
Craster is a quiet and unspoiled fishing village in Northumberland, famous for its Kippers and beautiful cliff scenery
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Kirknewton, in the county of Northumberland (18.9 miles, 30.3 km, direction N)
Today, this appealing village has become a tourist destination to which travellers and holiday makers are drawn for the dramatic landscape and spectacular views.
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Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, in the county of Northumberland (19.4 miles, 31.2 km, direction SE)
The bay is a major attraction, often lively with fishing cobbles and pleasure craft, it is also a haven for sun-bathers.
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Chollerford, in the county of Northumberland (20.9 miles, 33.6 km, direction S)
Chollerford is a delightful village destination. It is a popular base for tourists visiting Hadrian's Wall and Chester Fort. ...
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Nearby travel help

Acklington Station	(12.0 miles, 19.3 km, direction E)
Alnmouth Station	(13.4 miles, 21.6 km, direction NE)
Newcastle International Airport	(21.8 miles, 35.0 km, direction SE)
New Bridge Street	(27.1 miles, 43.6 km, direction SE)
A1(M) Junction 65	(32.2 miles, 51.8 km, direction SE)
Teesside International Airport	(59.3 miles, 95.4 km, direction S)
Thropton to London	(273.6 miles, 440.3 km, direction S)

Hotels & Accommodation in Thropton

Hotel Name	Approximate distance from Thropton center
Macdonald Linden Hall, Golf & Country Club	(8.3 miles, 13.4 km, direction SE)
The Otterburn Tower Hotel	(10.5 miles, 17.0 km, direction SW)
Percy Arms Hotel	(10.6 miles, 17.1 km, direction SW)
White Swan Hotel	(11.9 miles, 19.2 km, direction NE)
The Sun Hotel	(13.6 miles, 21.9 km, direction E)
Longhirst Hall Classic	(14.4 miles, 23.2 km, direction SE)
The Queens Head Hotel	(14.5 miles, 23.3 km, direction SE)
The Masons Arms	(15.5 miles, 24.9 km, direction NE)
Ryecroft Hotel	(16.6 miles, 26.7 km, direction N)
Tankerville Arms Hotel	(16.7 miles, 26.9 km, direction N)
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