Wooler

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Wooler is a small, attractive stone-built Northumberland town. Known as the gateway to Glendale, the Cheviot Hills and the Northumberland National Park, the market town of Wooler is the ideal base for visitors wanting to make the most of the beautiful Northumberland countryside.

Situated in the northern part of the county close to the Scottish border, Wooler is an excellent base for a holiday or exploring the surrounding countryside. Why not take a look at the extensive range of Self Catering in Wooler. The foothills with their quiet back roads and bridleways are ideal for many activities, including cycling, horse riding, fishing and rock climbing.

To the east is the magnificent coastline of Northumberland, which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The coast offers spectacular scenery from Bamburgh Castle and the Holy Island of Lindisfarne to Seahouses and the birdwatcher’s paradise The Farne Islands.

Close by is also Chillingham Castle, rumoured to be one of the most haunted castles in Britain, and the fascinating Chillingham Cattle. To the north, explore Ford & Etal Estates or the magnificent Flodden Battlefield.

A peaceful looking town which dates back to the 12th Century, Wooler has seen its share of drama in the past, with an English-Scots battle of Humbleton Hill in 1402 and a great fire 1772. Its market was established in 1199 when a license to hold one was first granted. Stay in a friendly Wooler bed and breakfast and learn more about this historic town from your local hosts. By 1821 Wooler held weekly markets for the sale of corn, and two annual markets for the sale of sheep, horses and cattle. Wooler mart continues to this day.

From Wooler’s main street - along the Wooler hotels - formed by the Market Place and High Street three roads lead off through the foothills into the National Park. The rich flora and fauna are held in high regards.

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