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About Wooler
This quintessentially Northumbrian village with a delightful mix-match of properties set along the north-eastern edge of the Cheviots makes an attractive place from which to explore the open landscape of the Cheviot Hills and the dramatic Border country. As if to remind us of the bloody days of yester-year, a stone close to the village commemorated the Battle of Hamildon Hill, when the English led by Henry Percy where victorious over a huge army gathered by the Earl of Douglas. Those days are now long since gone and the only armies to arrive are in the form of tourists who appreciate friendly locals and a lovely rural atmosphere.
The magic of Wooler lies as much in its quaint streets lined with busy shops and inns as it does in the scenic beauty of its outstanding surroundings. The village is dwarfed by the sheer splendour of the Cheviot Hills and by 'Old Man Cheviot' himself. From here you can enjoy walking, horse-riding along quiet bridleways, cycling and for the more adventurous, there is the exhilaration of gliding. Within easy driving distance a wealth of wildlife can be explored along the magnificent Northumberland Heritage coast or you can laze on one of its many beautiful, almost white sandy beaches enjoying a silence which is only disturbed by the gentle lapping of the waves as the sea meets the shore.
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. Other close-by attractions include the beautiful Farne Islands, Bamburgh Castle, the quaint fishing village of Seahouses, Lindisfarne Holy Island and the lovely harbour at Craster.
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 Wooler
| Chillingham Castle | (4.5 miles, 7.3 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Chillingham Park | (4.8 miles, 7.8 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Ford Castle | (6.5 miles, 10.4 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| The Breamish Valley | (7.6 miles, 12.3 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Etal Castle | (8.1 miles, 13.0 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Callaly Castle | (11.6 miles, 18.7 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Lindisfarne Priory | (12.1 miles, 19.5 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Bamburgh Lighthouse | (12.3 miles, 19.7 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Lindisfarne Abbey | (12.3 miles, 19.8 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Lindisfarne Castle | (12.4 miles, 20.0 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Bamburgh Castle | (13.0 miles, 20.9 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Norham Castle | (13.2 miles, 21.2 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Hulne Park | (13.5 miles, 21.7 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Ord House Country Park | (14.7 miles, 23.7 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Farne Lighthouse | (14.8 miles, 23.8 km, direction E) | Pictures |
All attractions in WoolerAll attractions in NorthumberlandComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandRecommended towns near Wooler
Kirknewton, in the county of Northumberland (4.9 miles, 7.9 km, direction W)
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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Ford, in the county of Northumberland (6.5 miles, 10.5 km, direction NW)
Ford lies in an area of great natural beauty. It is in close proximity to the beautiful coastline of Linisfarne and Holy Island and is surrounded by old and pretty villages
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Budle Bay, in the county of Northumberland (10.6 miles, 17.1 km, direction NE)
Budle Bay is a wonderous place, the shallow estuary is almost totally enclosed, and it is used by many species of wildlife as winter roosting territory.
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Coldstream, in the county of Borders (11.9 miles, 19.1 km, direction NW)
This is a small town where centuries ago warring Scottish and English armies forded the River Tweed.
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Holy Island, in the county of Northumberland (11.9 miles, 19.2 km, direction NE)
Holy Island lies close to Beal and is reached - tides permitting - by a causeway.
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Lindisfarne, in the county of Northumberland (12.1 miles, 19.5 km, direction NE)
Each day for several hours the beautiful island of Lindisfarne is cut off by the tide from the mainland. Tide permitting it can...
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Bamburgh, in the county of Northumberland (12.4 miles, 20.0 km, direction E)
Bamburgh, is known as the ancient capital of the Northumbrian coast and it is home to probably the finest Castle in England.
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Netherton, in the county of Northumberland (12.5 miles, 20.1 km, direction S)
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 (14.3 miles, 23.0 km, direction S)
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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Beadnell, in the county of Northumberland (14.9 miles, 23.9 km, direction E)
On this coast of sheer perfection, amongst timeless coastal villages, lies Beadnell an historic fishing village.
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Alnwick, a Historic Market Town in the county of Northumberland (15.2 miles, 24.4 km, direction SE)
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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Berwick-upon-Tweed, in the county of Northumberland (15.5 miles, 25.0 km, direction N)
Standing on an entirely Scottish river, it is no wonder that the most frequently asked question concerning Berwick-upon-Tweed remains, is it Scottish or is it English?
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Thropton, in the county of Northumberland (16.3 miles, 26.3 km, direction S)
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.
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Craster, in the county of Northumberland (17.2 miles, 27.7 km, direction E)
Craster is a quiet and unspoiled fishing village in Northumberland, famous for its Kippers and beautiful cliff scenery
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Alnmouth, a Picturesque Village in the county of Northumberland (19.2 miles, 30.9 km, direction SE)
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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All towns in NorthumberlandComplete A to Z of towns in EnglandNearby travel help
| Chathill Station | (11.8 miles, 19.0 km, direction E) |
| Berwick-upon-Tweed Station | (15.7 miles, 25.3 km, direction N) |
| Newcastle International Airport | (37.6 miles, 60.4 km, direction S) |
| New Bridge Street | (42.7 miles, 68.6 km, direction S) |
| A1(M) Junction 65 | (47.8 miles, 77.0 km, direction S) |
| Edinburgh Airport | (59.0 miles, 94.9 km, direction NW) |
| Wooler to London | (289.8 miles, 466.3 km, direction S) |
Hotels & Accommodation in Wooler
| Hotel Name | Approximate distance from Wooler center |
| Ryecroft Hotel | (0.3 miles, 0.4 km) |
| Tankerville Arms Hotel | (0.4 miles, 0.6 km) |
| Tillmouth Park Country House Hotel | (11.3 miles, 18.2 km, direction NW) |
| The Victoria Hotel | (12.3 miles, 19.8 km, direction E) |
| The Masons Arms | (14.9 miles, 24.0 km, direction E) |
| White Swan Hotel | (15.2 miles, 24.5 km, direction SE) |
| Kings Arms Hotel | (15.3 miles, 24.7 km, direction N) |
| The Wheatsheaf Restaurant With Rooms | (15.5 miles, 24.9 km, direction NW) |
| Marshall Meadows Country House Hotel | (17.3 miles, 27.9 km, direction N) |
| Roxburghe Hotel And Golf Course | (18.0 miles, 28.9 km, direction W) |
| All hotels in Wooler |
