Area Info for Bowsden (Northumberland)

Overview of Bowsden, Northumberland

Bowsden is a small village located in Northumberland, England. It is situated in the northeastern part of the country, within the historic county of Northumberland. The village is known for its rural setting and proximity to natural landscapes, offering a peaceful environment typical of the Northumberland countryside.

Location and Geography

Bowsden lies near the border with Scotland, approximately a few miles from the town of Berwick-upon-Tweed. The area features typical Northumbrian terrain, including rolling hills, farmland, and open fields. Its geographical position makes it a quiet, scenic location with access to various outdoor activities.

Community and Amenities

As a small village, Bowsden has a limited number of amenities. It primarily consists of residential properties and farms. Residents and visitors often rely on nearby towns for services such as shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. The community is characterised by its rural charm and close-knit nature.

Historical and Cultural Significance

While specific historical details about Bowsden are limited, the broader Northumberland area is rich in history, with numerous castles, historic sites, and ancient landmarks. Bowsden itself may have historical roots typical of Northumbrian villages, often linked to agriculture and local trade.

Transport and Accessibility

Bowsden is accessible by local roads connecting it to larger towns and transportation networks. Public transport options may be limited due to its rural location, so most residents and visitors rely on private vehicles for travel.
Education
School
Hugh Joicey Church of England First School, Ford2.54 miles
Ford Village, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2QA
Lowick Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School2.75 miles
30 Main Street, Lowick, Northumberland, TD15 2UA
Scremerston First School5.62 miles
Scremerston, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2RB
Longridge Towers School6.08 miles
Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2XQ
Norham St Ceolwulfs CofE Controlled First School6.15 miles
West Street, Norham-on-Tweed, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2JZ
Tweedmouth Prior Park First School6.60 miles
Dean Drive, Tweedmouth, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2DB
The Grove Special School6.74 miles
Grove Gardens, Tweedmouth, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2EN
Berwick Academy6.76 miles
Adams Drive, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2JF
Tweedmouth Community Middle School6.83 miles
Billendean Terrace, Spittal, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2DJ
Spittal Community School6.89 miles
Main Street, Spittal, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1RD
Tweedmouth West First School7.30 miles
Osborne Road, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2HS
St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided First School, Berwick7.34 miles
Prince Edward Road, Tweedmouth, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2EX
Holy Trinity Church of England First School7.96 miles
Bell Tower Place, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1NB
Berwick Middle School8.05 miles
Lovaine Terrace, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1LA
Wooler First School8.19 miles
Brewery Road, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6QF
Glendale Middle School8.19 miles
15 Brewery Lane, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6QF
Health
Clinic
Berwick Infirmary Site7.90 miles
Berwick Infirmary, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1LT
Thompson Opticians Ltd (Alnwick)21.60 miles
6 Clayport Street, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1JU
Alnwick Infirmary21.97 miles
South Road, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 2NS
The Bondgate Practice22.03 miles
Bondgate Surgery, Infirmary Close, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 2NL
Non Obstetric Ultrasound The Bondgate Practice22.03 miles
Infirmary Close, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 2NL
Harbottle Surgery22.57 miles
The Village Hall, Harbottle, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 7DG
Northgate Hospital Site35.39 miles
Northgate Hospital, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 3BP
Easterfield Court Site36.62 miles
Easterfield Court, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 1JY
Morpeth NHS Centre36.62 miles
Dark Lane, Morpeth, NE61 1JY
The Willows (Morpeth)36.95 miles
Gas House Lane, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 1SW
The Whalton Unit37.36 miles
South Road, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2BT
Aaron Optometrist - EYELID CLINIC37.95 miles
Bellway House, Woodhorn Road, Ashington,, NE63 0AE
Wansbeck38.29 miles
Woodhorn Lane, Ashington, Northumberland, NE63 9JJ
White Medical Group43.66 miles
Ponteland Primary Care Centre, Meadowfield, Ponteland, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE20 9SD
Physiotherapy Matters - Darras Hall44.53 miles
Darras Hall Clinic, Broadway, Darras Hall, Ponteland, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE20 9PW
Chesterholme Hospital47.24 miles
Anick Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4JR
GP
Union Brae & Norham Practice - Norham Surgery6.15 miles
Pedwell Way, Norham, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2LD
Union Brae & Norham Practice - Union Brae Surgery7.40 miles
Tweedmouth, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 2HB
The Albury Partnership7.79 miles
Albury House, 17-19 Tweed Street, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, Northumberland, TD15 1NG
Dr J M Watson & Partners7.82 miles
Well Close Square, Berwick Upon Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1LL
Cheviot Medical Group7.99 miles
Cheviot Primary Care Centre, Padgepool Place, Wooler, Northumberland, Northumberland, NE71 6BL
Glendale Surgery7.99 miles
Cheviot Primary Care Centre, Padgepool Place, Wooler, Northd, NE71 6BL
Belford Medical Practice9.62 miles
Croftfield, Belford, Northumberland, NE70 7ER
The Bondgate Practice - Seahouses16.26 miles
Seahouses Health Centre, James Street, Seahouses, Northumberland, NE68 7XZ
Seahouses Surgery Belford Medical Practice16.28 miles
James Street, Seahouses, Northumberland, NE68 7YN
The Bondgate Practice - Embleton19.35 miles
Embleton Surgery, Westview, Embleton, Alnwick, Northd, NE66 3XZ
Infirmary Drive Medical Group21.98 miles
The Consulting Rooms, Infirmary Drive, Alnwick, Northd, NE66 2NR
The Bondgate Practice - Alnwick22.03 miles
The Bondgate Surgery, Infirmary Close, Alnwick, Nothumberland, NE66 2NL
Harbottle Surgery22.57 miles
The Village Hall, Harbottle, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 7DG
The Bondgate Practice - Longhoughton22.83 miles
Longhoughton Surgery, 4-6 Portal Place, Longhoughton, Alnwick, Northd, NE66 3JN
The Rothbury Practice24.87 miles
3 Market Place, Rothbury, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 7UW
The Rothbury Practice26.63 miles
Longframlington, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 8AD
Hospital
Berwick Infirmary7.90 miles
Infirmary Square, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1LT
Alnwick Infirmary21.97 miles
Infirmary Drive, South Road, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 2NS
Rothbury Community Hospital25.02 miles
Whitton Bank Road, Rothbury, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 7RW
St Georges Hospital (Morpeth)36.23 miles
St Georges Hospital, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2NU
Wansbeck General Hospital38.29 miles
Woodhorn Lane, Ashington, Northumberland, NE63 9JJ
Hexham General Hospital47.83 miles
Corbridge Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1QJ
Ferndene49.79 miles
Ferndene, Moor Road, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 5PB
Shotley Bridge Hospital55.30 miles
Shotley Bridge Hospital, Shotley Bridge, Consett, County Durham, DH8 0NB
Weardale Hospital63.10 miles
Stanhope, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL13 2JR
Pharmacy
Tesco Instore Pharmacy7.11 miles
Tweedside Trading Estate, Ord Road, Berwick Upon Tweed, TD15 2XB
Lloydspharmacy7.40 miles
Union Brae Surgery, Tweedmouth, Berwick Upon Tweed, TD15 2HB
Boots7.69 miles
60-68 Marygate, Berwick Upon Tweed, TD15 1BN
Castlegate Pharmacy7.75 miles
15 Castlegate, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1JS
Lloydspharmacy7.82 miles
4 Well Close Square, Berwick Upon Tweed, TD15 1LL
The Glendale Pharmacy8.01 miles
26 High Street, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6BY
Ap Booth9.36 miles
22 West Street, Belford, NE70 7QE
Boots16.18 miles
30-32 Mainstreet, Seahouses, Northumberland, NE68 7RQ
Boots21.58 miles
10 Paikes Street, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1HX
Boots21.59 miles
50-52 Bondgate Within, Alnwick, NE66 1JD
The Co-Operative Pharmacy21.97 miles
Infirmary Close, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 2NS
K-Chem Ltd24.43 miles
28 Grange Road, Shilbottle, Northumberland, NE66 2XN
Boots24.81 miles
High Street, Rothbury, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 7TB
Boots28.90 miles
37-39 Queen Street, Amble, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 0BX
Cromie Pharmacy29.00 miles
158 Percy Street, Amble, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 0AG
Boots30.66 miles
6 The Precinct, Hadston, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 9YF
Leisure
Park
TILLMOUTH PARK (Grade II* Listed)5.96 miles
SPITTAL6.93 miles
BELFORD HALL (Grade II Listed)9.61 miles
LINDISFARNE9.72 miles
LINDISFARNE CASTLE (Grade II Listed)10.12 miles
CHILLINGHAM (Grade II Listed)10.96 miles
NEWHAM BOG14.00 miles
FARNE ISLANDS15.66 miles
NORTH NORTHUMBERLAND16.37 miles
NORTHUMBERLAND COAST19.22 miles
BARROW BURN WOOD21.92 miles
ALNWICK CASTLE (Grade I Listed)22.56 miles
HOWICK HALL (Grade II Listed)22.72 miles
CRAGSIDE (Grade I Listed)24.88 miles
CRAGSIDE24.99 miles
GRASSLEES BURN WOOD26.95 miles
Shop
Groceries
Londis, Berwick upon tweed6.73 miles
5-5a Grove Gardens, Berwick Upon Tweed, TD15 2EN
Farmfoods Berwick6.82 miles
52 Northumberland Road, Berwick On Tweed, TD15 2AS
Londis Dixon News6.83 miles
Adams Drive, Berwick Upon Tweed, TD15 2JQ
M&S Berwick Upon Tweed Simply Food6.92 miles
Unit C Tweedbank Retail Park, Berwick Upon Tweed, TD15 2AS
Tesco Berwick-upon-tweed (Superstore)7.14 miles
Ord Rd, Berwick-upon-tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2XG
SPAR Rea Tweedmouth7.19 miles
74, Main Street, Northumberland, TD15 2AF
ASDA Tweedmouth7.28 miles
Main Street, Tweedmouth, TD15 2DS
Londis Penny Petroleum, Berwick upon tweed7.68 miles
Lindisfarn Serv, Beal Garage, Berwick Upon Tweed, TD15 2PD
Iceland Berwick7.71 miles
119/125 Mary Gate, Berwick, Northumberland, TD15 1BH
Nisa Local7.98 miles
10 South Rd, Wooler, Northumberland, NE71 6NW
Co-op Wooler8.07 miles
Market Place, Wooler, NE71 6LH
ALDI North Road8.22 miles
Berwick-upon-tweed, TD15 1QQ
Co-op Coldstream8.26 miles
Coldstream, TD12 4AS
Highfield Convenience Store8.32 miles
4 Ayton House North Road, Berwick Upon Tweed, Northumberland TD15 1PR
SPAR Euro Garage Northern Gateway8.40 miles
Euro Garages Ltd, Shell Northern Gateway Service Station, Northumberland, TD15 1QQ
Morrisons Berwick-upon-Tweed8.57 miles
Loaning Meadows, Berwick-upon-tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1UQ
Transport
Airport
Newcastle International Airport45.07 miles
Bus Stop
Black Bull (W)1.39 miles
Bowsden road end (N)1.77 miles
Bowsden road end (S)1.78 miles
Barmoor Lane End (N)1.94 miles
Northfield (N)1.94 miles
Barmoor Lane End (S)1.94 miles
Northfield (S)1.95 miles
Sandyford Bridge (N)2.18 miles
Sandyford Bridge (S)2.20 miles
Blue House (N)2.32 miles
Blue House (S)2.33 miles
Tower Cottage (NE)2.50 miles
Tower Cottage (SW)2.50 miles
Black Bull (W)2.53 miles
Black Bull (E)2.53 miles
Lady Waterford Hall (W)2.55 miles
Ferry Port
Belvedere Ferry Landing37.14 miles
Tower Knowe Ferry Landing37.55 miles
Leaplish Ferry Landing38.17 miles
Railway Station
Berwick-upon-Tweed Rail Station7.92 miles
Chathill Rail Station15.73 miles
Alnmouth Rail Station24.45 miles
Tweedbank Rail Station28.17 miles
Acklington Rail Station28.88 miles
Dunbar Rail Station29.57 miles
Galashiels Rail Station29.90 miles
Stow Rail Station32.10 miles
Widdrington Rail Station33.50 miles
Pegswood Rail Station36.87 miles
Morpeth Rail Station37.26 miles
Newcastle Airport Metro45.14 miles
Hexham Rail Station47.56 miles
Corbridge Rail Station48.03 miles
Haydon Bridge Rail Station48.07 miles
Wylam Rail Station48.27 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (TD15 2T*)
Number of Properties in Catchment595
Very Low Risk (<0.1% chance of flooding)0
Low Risk (0.1% < 1% chance of flooding)0
Medium Risk (1% < 3.3% chance of flooding)0
High Risk (>3.3%)0
Property Sales
COAL HARBOUR COTTAGE
BOWSDEN
BERWICK-UPON-TWEED
NORTHUMBERLAND
TD15 2TQ		£230,000
2015-08-20
detached
freehold
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