Area Info for Wark (Northumberland)

Wark, Northumberland, UK

Wark is a small village located in Northumberland, England. It is situated near the River North Tyne, approximately 8 miles west of the town of Hexham. The village is known for its picturesque setting and historical significance within the region.

History and Heritage

Wark has a rich history that dates back to medieval times. The village is notable for Wark Castle, a historic fortress built in the 12th century. The castle played a strategic role in the border conflicts between England and Scotland and is now a popular site for visitors interested in medieval history.

Geography and Environment

The village is set amidst the scenic landscapes of Northumberland, characterised by rolling hills, lush countryside, and the nearby River North Tyne. The area offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, fishing, and exploring the natural beauty of Northumberland National Park.

Community and Amenities

Wark is a small, close-knit community with limited amenities. It features traditional English village characteristics, including a church, local pub, and some small shops. The village's rural setting makes it a peaceful place to live or visit.

Transport and Accessibility

The village is accessible by road, with connections to nearby towns and villages. Public transport options are limited, so most visitors and residents rely on private vehicles for travel.
Education
School
Wark Church of England First School0.00 miles
Wark, Hexham, Northumberland, NE48 3LS
Chollerton Church of England Aided First School4.03 miles
Station Road, Barrasford, Hexham, Northumberland, NE48 4AA
Bellingham Middle School and Sports College4.03 miles
Redesmouth Road, Bellingham, Hexham, Northumberland, NE48 2EN
Bellingham First School4.04 miles
Redesmouth Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE48 2EL
Humshaugh Church of England First School5.12 miles
Humshaugh, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4AA
Newbrough Church of England Primary School5.73 miles
Fourstones, Hexham, Northumberland, NE47 5AQ
West Woodburn First School6.53 miles
West Woodburn, Hexham, Northumberland, NE48 2RX
Haydon Bridge Community High School and Sports College7.74 miles
Haydon Bridge, Hexham, Northumberland, NE47 6LR
Greenhaugh First School7.77 miles
Greenhaugh, Hexham, Northumberland, NE48 1LX
Acomb First School7.81 miles
Bishops Hill, Main Street, Acomb, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4PL
Haydon Bridge Shaftoe Trust Primary School8.02 miles
Haydon Bridge, Hexham, Northumberland, NE47 6BN
Beaufront First School8.86 miles
Sandhoe, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4LY
Queen Elizabeth High School8.90 miles
Whetstone Bridge Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3JB
The Sele First School9.01 miles
The Sele, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3QZ
St Joseph's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Middle School9.08 miles
Highford Lane, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 2DD
St Mary's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided First School9.22 miles
Hencotes, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 2EE
Health
Clinic
Chesterholme Hospital9.10 miles
Anick Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4JR
Specsavers Hearcare - South Of Tyne - Hexham9.23 miles
30 Fore Street, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1LZ
Hexham Primary Care Centre9.41 miles
Corbridge Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1QJ
Heppell House11.16 miles
Aydon Road, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5DT
Corbridge Health Centre11.26 miles
Newcastle Road, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5LG
Haltwhistle Medical Group Hq12.59 miles
Greencroft Avenue, Haltwhistle, Northumberland, NE49 9AP
Prudhoe Hospital Site17.69 miles
Ferndene, Moor Road, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 5PB
Harbottle Surgery17.88 miles
The Village Hall, Harbottle, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 7DG
Physiotherapy Matters - Darras Hall18.31 miles
Darras Hall Clinic, Broadway, Darras Hall, Ponteland, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE20 9PW
White Medical Group18.73 miles
Ponteland Primary Care Centre, Meadowfield, Ponteland, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE20 9SD
Non Obstetric Ultrasound Throckley Primary Care19.33 miles
Tillmouth Park Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE15 9PA
Ryton Clinic19.68 miles
Grange Road,, NE40 3LT
Chopwell Childrens Centre19.70 miles
Chopwell Primary School, Derwent Street, Chopwell, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE17 7HS
Oakfields Medical Centre20.34 miles
Hamsterley Colliery, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE17 7SB
Ruth Lancaster James Hospital (Alston Maternity)20.95 miles
Church Road, Alston, Cumbria, CA9 3QX
Orton Lea20.95 miles
Church Road, Alston, Cumbria, CA9 3QX
GP
Dr N K Keep & Partners - Wark0.03 miles
The Surgery, Wark, Hexham, Northumberland, NE48 3LS
Bellingham Practice4.29 miles
Health Centre, Bellingham, Hexham, Northd, NE48 2HE
Dr N K Keep & Partners - Humshaugh Surgery5.07 miles
The Surgery, 1 East Lea, Humshaugh, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4BU
Haydon Bridge and Allendale Medical Practice7.70 miles
North Bank, Haydon Bridge, Hexham, Northd, NE47 6LA
The Sele Medical Practice9.38 miles
Hexham Primary Care Centre, Corbridge Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1QJ
Burn Brae Medical Group9.41 miles
Hexham Primary Care Centre, Corbridge Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1QJ
Corbridge Medical Group11.26 miles
Corbridge Health Centre, Newcastle Road, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5LG
Dr N R Winslow & Partner12.55 miles
Scots Gap, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 4EG
Haltwhistle Medical Group12.59 miles
Greencroft Avenue, Haltwhistle, Northumberland, NE49 9AP
Haydon Bridge and Allendale Medical Practice13.06 miles
The Health Centre, Allendale, Hexham, Northumberland, NE47 9LG
Allendale Health Centre13.06 miles
Shilburn Road, Allendale, NE47 9LG
White Medical Group (Stamfordham)13.91 miles
12 Grange Road, Stamfordham, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE18 0PF
Dr N R Winslow & Partner13.91 miles
16 Grange Road, Stamfordham, Newcastle-Upon Tyne, NE18 0PF
Branch End Surgery15.94 miles
Branch End Surgery, Stocksfield, Northumberland, NE43 7LL
Prudhoe Medical Group16.84 miles
Prudhoe Medical Group, Kepwell Bank Top, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 5PW
Dr S C Haywood17.07 miles
16a Adderlane Road, West Wylam, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 5HR
Hospital
Hexham General Hospital9.41 miles
Corbridge Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1QJ
Haltwhistle War Memorial Hospital12.54 miles
Westgate, Haltwhistle, Northumberland, NE49 9AJ
Ferndene17.69 miles
Ferndene, Moor Road, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 5PB
Rothbury Community Hospital19.44 miles
Whitton Bank Road, Rothbury, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 7RW
Alston Ruth Lancaster James Hospital20.95 miles
Alston, Cumbria, CA9 3QX
Shotley Bridge Hospital21.14 miles
Shotley Bridge Hospital, Shotley Bridge, Consett, County Durham, DH8 0NB
St Georges Hospital (Morpeth)22.12 miles
St Georges Hospital, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2NU
Brampton War Memorial Hospital22.54 miles
Tree Road, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 1TX
St Nicholas Hospital (Newcastle-upon-Tyne)23.79 miles
Jubilee Road, Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 3XT
Diabetes Centre24.09 miles
Newcastle General Hospital, Westgate Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE4 6BE
Dunston Hill Hospital24.18 miles
Dunston Hill, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE11 9QT
Weardale Hospital24.66 miles
Stanhope, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL13 2JR
Newcastle Dental Hospital24.71 miles
Richardson Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE2 4AZ
The Royal Victoria Infirmary24.86 miles
Queen Victoria Road, New Victoria Wing, Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 4LP
Great North Childrens Hospital24.86 miles
Queen Victoria Road, New Victoria Wing, Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 4LP
Nuffield Health, Newcastle-upon-Tyne Hospital25.26 miles
Clayton Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE2 1JP
Pharmacy
Parkside Pharmacy Limited4.25 miles
Front Street, Bellingham, Northumberland, NE48 2AA
Haydon Bridge Pharmacy7.80 miles
Ground Floor, 5 Church Street, Haydon Bridge,Hexham, NE47 6JG
Tesco Pharmacy9.15 miles
Tesco Pharmacy, Tynedale Retail Park, Alemouth Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3PJ
Boots9.20 miles
7 Fore Street, Hexham, NE46 1ND
Boots9.29 miles
1 Cattle Market, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1NJ
Lloydspharmacy9.41 miles
Hexham Gen Hospital Site, Corbridge Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1QJ
Boots11.11 miles
4 Town Hall Buildings, Princes Street, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5AD
Boots12.45 miles
Eden House, Westgate, Haltwhistle, Northumberland, NE49 9AF
Walker A (Allendale) Ltd13.19 miles
The Pharmacy, 3 Shields Street, Allendale, NE47 9BP
Boots15.93 miles
1 Alexandra Terrace, Stocksfield, NE43 7LA
Boots16.90 miles
77 Front Street, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 5PU
Boots17.06 miles
48 Front Street, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 5DD
Wylam Pharmacy17.46 miles
Main Street, Wylam, Northumberland, NE41 8AB
Boots18.31 miles
7 The Broadway, Darras Hall, Ponteland, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE20 9PW
Parklands Chemists18.95 miles
14 Merton Way, Ponteland, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE20 9PX
Brewery Lane Pharmacy Ltd19.01 miles
Brewery Lane, Main Street, Ponteland, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE20 9NZ
Leisure
Park
NUNWICK (Grade II Listed)2.23 miles
HESLEYSIDE (Grade II Listed)5.12 miles
GREENLEE LOUGH7.15 miles
MUCKLE MOSS7.33 miles
SHAFTOE GREEN8.00 miles
ST ANDREW'S CEMETERY (Grade II Listed)8.22 miles
THE HEXHAM PARKS (Grade II Listed)9.08 miles
FRONTIERS OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE (HADRIAN'S WALL)9.33 miles
HADRIAN'S WALL PATH9.81 miles
KIRKHARLE HALL (Grade II Listed)10.09 miles
KIELDER MIRES10.74 miles
CAPHEATON (Grade II Listed)11.11 miles
WALLINGTON (Grade II* Listed)11.34 miles
GOWK BANK11.35 miles
NORTHUMBERLAND12.18 miles
BOLAM LAKE13.96 miles
Shop
Groceries
Co-op Hexham4.26 miles
Parkside Place, Bellingham, NE48 2AY
Co-op Hexham7.86 miles
Haydon Bridge, NE47 6ET
Sainsbury's Hexham Rotary Way Localal8.95 miles
Off Rotary Way, Bridge End, Hexham, NE46 4DL
Co-op West Street8.98 miles
Hexham, NE46 3BH
ALDI Haugh Lane Industrial Est.9.02 miles
Hexham, NE46 3PU
Tesco Hexham (Extra)9.05 miles
Tynedale Retail Park, Alemouth Rd, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3PJ
Waitrose Hexham9.17 miles
Wentworth Park, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3PJ
Nisa Local9.23 miles
48 Fore St, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1LZ
Iceland Hexham9.25 miles
17/21 Fore Street, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1LU
Battle Hill Convenience Store9.27 miles
5 Newmans Way, Hexham, Northumberland NE46 1BB
M&S Hexham9.36 miles
Maidens Walk, Hexham, NE46 1PU
Border Reiver10.18 miles
The Border Reiver, Otterburn, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne NE19 1NP
Co-op Corbridge11.05 miles
Hill Street, Corbridge, NE45 5AA
SPAR Corbridge11.14 miles
Bishops Garages Ltd, Spar Store, Northumberland, NE45 5LB
Costcutter Newcastle Upon Tyne11.30 miles
Dio Sd Otterburn., Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE19 1NX
Sainsbury's Haltwhistle12.33 miles
Fair Hill, Haltwhistle, NE49 9DZ
Transport
Airport
Newcastle International Airport20.44 miles
Bus Stop
Hexham Road (S)0.13 miles
Hexham Road (N)0.13 miles
Church Lane (N)0.24 miles
Church Lane (S)0.25 miles
The Rectory (S)0.43 miles
The Rectory (N)0.43 miles
Wark Station (N)0.58 miles
Wark Station (W)0.63 miles
New Houses (NW)0.95 miles
New Houses (SE)0.96 miles
Houxty House (S)0.98 miles
Houxty House (N)0.98 miles
Percy Arms (SW)1.43 miles
Percy Arms (NE)1.45 miles
Chipchase Castle (SE)1.46 miles
Chipchase Castle (NW)1.47 miles
Ferry Port
Tower Knowe Ferry Landing11.87 miles
Belvedere Ferry Landing13.10 miles
Leaplish Ferry Landing14.19 miles
Newcastle International Ferry Terminal31.15 miles
North Shields Ferry Terminal31.19 miles
South Shields Ferry Terminal31.45 miles
Railway Station
Haydon Bridge Rail Station7.72 miles
Bardon Mill Rail Station9.19 miles
Hexham Rail Station9.20 miles
Corbridge Rail Station11.47 miles
Haltwhistle Rail Station12.65 miles
Riding Mill Rail Station13.64 miles
Stocksfield Rail Station15.35 miles
Prudhoe Rail Station16.30 miles
Wylam Rail Station17.78 miles
Newcastle Airport Metro20.41 miles
Blaydon Rail Station21.72 miles
Morpeth Rail Station21.84 miles
Brampton (Cumbria) Rail Station21.90 miles
Pegswood Rail Station23.60 miles
Metrocentre Rail Station23.62 miles
Cramlington Rail Station24.55 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (NE48 3LS)
Number of Properties in Catchment33
Very Low Risk (<0.1% chance of flooding)0
Low Risk (0.1% < 1% chance of flooding)2
Medium Risk (1% < 3.3% chance of flooding)0
High Risk (>3.3%)4
Property Sales
Awaiting sales data

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