Morpeth is a town within the ceremonial county of Northumberland, North East Region, England, United Kingdom. It lies along the banks of Wansbeck River in proximity with
Newcastle. Its history goes even before the Norman Conquest. Throughout time the town grew larger and finer. The area is famous for its history, historical destinations and facilities.
Morpeth is THE place to visit if you want stylish shopping and a rich history to explore within the county town of Northumberland. With a wonderful combination of history, heritage and beauty, this busy market town is the ideal base to explore what the county of Northumberland has to offer.
Top Attractions in Morpeth
Carlisle Park is at
Castle Morpeth Borough Council, Kylins Centre, Morpeth, England, United Kingdom along the southern banks of River Wansbeck. The parkland is award winning and is popular for its ancient woodland, the William Turner Garden, the Morpeth Castle and so much more. The park is open all year round free of charge. Among its favorite facilities are the Paddling Pool, The Bowling Pavilion and the Tennis Courts.
Chantry Silver and Art Gallery is located at The Chantry, Chantry Place, Morpeth, England, United Kingdom. The gallery is renowned for showcasing huge collection of arts and unique silverwares made primarily by local artists. The wonderful gallery displays mirror the beauty of the people in Morpeth and the town itself.
Cragside House, Gardens and Estate was the home of the celebrated William Armstrong, 1st Baron Armstrong. It is famous for its beautiful Victorian Mansion, charming landscape as well as for being the first estate to be lit by hydro electricity. The site is located at Rothbury, Morpeth, England, United Kingdom.
Morpeth Chantry Bagpipe Museum can be found along Bridge Street, Morpeth, Northumberland, England, United Kingdom. The museum is popular for homing spectacular collection of bagpipes as well as for educating its visitors about the Scotland's national instrument's origin and development. Click
here for more information about the museum.
Whitehouse Farm Centre sits within North Whitehouse Farm, Morpeth, Northumberland, England, United Kingdom. The venue is a 40-acre farm that homes large number of animals commonly found in a farm i.e., bunnies, horses, goats, llamas, ships and wallabies. The centre is one of the finest destinations to connect with nature, have fun and learn at the same time. For more information about the charming destination do visit its website
www.whitehousefarmcentre.co.uk.
Northumberland.info advertises a good selection of hotels and holiday cottages for your Northumberland break.
