Property Description
Set above Baybridge, S80222 is half a mile from the beautiful conservation village of Blanchland, part of the Lord Crewe Estate. This is described as one of the prettiest villages in England. S80222 has breath-taking 360 degree panoramic views to Derwent Reservoir, Blanchland Moor and Hunstansworth.
Located amidst the grouse moorland with Dark Sky status, watch in wonder at the glittering star clusters and admire some of the most magnificent constellations in the night sky. Home to the rare Red Kite, Red Squirrel, Lapwing, Merlin and Golden Plover, the areas geopark status recognises its globally important heritage. Find yourself situated in the midst of a truly stunning landscape of open heather moors and peatlands, dales, meadows, tumbling upland rivers and woodland with heritage reminders of its lead mining past.
In nearby Blanchland Village is a collection of pretty stone properties built from the remains of the medieval 12th Century Blanchland Abbey. The village, with its unspoilt qualities, is a frequent film set for period productions and has a fabulous pub, The Lord Crewe Arms, dating back to the 12th Century. This is where the Jacobite rebellion leader General Tom Foster hid inside the Inn's great fireplace in 1715. Also found here are the locally famous White Monk Tea Rooms and village shop.
Within half an hour's drive are the vibrant cities of Newcastle-on-Tyne, home to Greys Monument and the Metro Centre and Durham, which has great shopping, theatre, museums and music. With various attractions nearby such as the National Trusts Housesteds Fort, the spectacular Hadrian's Wall World Heritage Site and Gibside House, theres plenty to do in the area. The rugged Northumberland coast and castles at Bamburgh and Dunstanburgh are within easy reach. Lindisfarne Castle on Holy Island is only an hour away, and this makes S80222 a perfect location to enjoy this superb setting and explore Northumberland and the nearby coast.
This holiday at a glance
Sleeps two guests.One double bedroom with a roll top bath and separate shower attachment.Private enclosed garden.Private parking area for up to three cars.Children over 12 years old welcome.Sorry, no pets.WiFi.Minimum of two night stay.Additional features
Freeview television in the sitting room. Films and radio available via Netflix and Smart TV.Gas cooker, dishwasher, fridge with small freezer compartment, microwave.Garden table and two chairs.Attractions and nearby amenities
North Pennines Observatory , a Dark Sky Discovery Site : One of the outstanding features of the North Pennines aonb and unesco Global Geopark is the quality of the dark night skies. In fact its the darkest mainland aonb and has more officially designated Dark Sky Discovery Sites (totalling 16) than any other UK destination. Hadrians Wall including Housesteads Fort : Hadrians Wall is a spectacular World Heritage Site, marching 73 miles from sea to sea across some of the wildest and dramatic country in England. Experience roman life and epic history in stunning locations. Beamish Open Air Museum – Experience a real sense of your past at Beamish, and discover what life was like in North East England in the 1820's, 1910's and 1940's .Beamish is a living, working museum, set in 300 acres of beautiful Durham countryside. Costumed folk bring to life the town, Pit Village, Home Farm and Pockerley Old Hall.Experience first hand how the Industrial Revolution transformed agricultural life in the region. The buildings you see at Beamish are not replicas, but have been brought, brick by brick, from around the region and rebuilt to give visitors a real sense of history.Throughout the year Beamish hosts an exciting programme of events, The Great North Festival of Transport, a Georgian Fair, The Great North Festival of Agriculture and much more besides, including a whole season of Christmas!Tickets to Beamish are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase for an unlimited number of daytime visits to the Museum. Visit our website for full details. Lindisfarne Holy Island Lindisfarnes ruined priory built in the 11th century is one of the most evocative places on the Northumberland coast. The original burial place of 7th century St Cuthbert, it was rebuilt after the Viking attack, but was destroyed again by Henry viii. National Trust owned 16th century Lindisfarne Castle was converted into an enviable private house in 1903. Alnwick Castle Looking up at Alnwick Castle you may expect to see a quidditch match in full flow, as it played Hogwarts in the first two Harry Potter movies. Still the home of the Percys (since 1309), Alnwick is in better condition than most of Northumberlands castles with fabulous gardens, tea room and a tree house. Newcastle-Upon-Tyne The north easts biggest city makes a lively contrast with the medieval castles, ruined abbeys and wide open spaces of the north easts coast National Parks and aonb. Kielder Water Kielder Water is the largest artificial lake in the UK by capacity of water and it is surrounded by Kielder Forest, the biggest man-made woodland in Europe. Activities include hiring a boat, canoeing, kayaking, sailing, windsurfing or water skiing. For the more adventurous, theres a slalom and water ski/wakeboarding jumps. Cragside Set in more than 900 acres of country park and gardens, National Trust owned Cragside was built in the 19th century for the first Lord Armstrong. A whimsical cross between an English manor house and a Bavarian schloss, it was the first house in the world to be lit by hydroelectricity. The Angel of the North – Since spreading its wings in February 1998, Antony Gormley's The Angel of the North has become one of the most talked about pieces of public art ever produced.Rising 20 metres from the earth near the A1 in Gateshead, the Angel dominates the skyline, dwarfing all those who come to see it. Made from 200 tonnes of steel, it has a wingspan of 54 metres and a red-brown colour that comes from the weathering steel which can withstand winds of more than 100 miles per hour.Getting up close and personal with the Angel is an experience you'll never forget. Baltic Centre of Contemporary Art Housed in a landmark industrial building on the south bank of the River Tyne in Gateshead, this is a major international centre in cutting edge art. Hamsterley Forest – Hamsterley Forest is a delightful 2000 hectare oasis, sprawling along the sides of a sheltered valley. Visitors to Hamsterley have no shortage of options when it comes to forest adventure or a tranquil getaway from the hustles of modern living.From wildlife watching and dark sky gazing to adventure play and high octane mountain biking, there is something here for everyone. Durham Cathedral – Durham Cathedral is one of the great buildings of Europe. Set grandly on a rocky promontory next to the Castle with the medieval city huddled below and the river sweeping round, the profile of the World Heritage Site is instantly recognisable to people travelling up and down the East Coast Main Line. Durham Cathedral is a Christian Church of the Anglican Communion, the shrine of St Cuthbert, the seat of the Bishop of Durham and a focus of pilgrimage and spirituality in North East England. We inhabit a treasured sacred space set in the natural and human landscape of the World Heritage Site. Durham Castle – Sitting at the heart of Durham's World Heritage site and occupied continuously since the 11th century, the Castle is now home to the students of University College, part of Durham University. Experience over 1000 years of history on a Durham Castle Tour and discover how it functions today as the home of University College. Bowes Museum – The Bowes Museum is a hidden treasure, a jewel in the heart of beautiful Teesdale. The magnificent building stands proud in the historic market town of Barnard Castle housing internationally significant collections of fine and decorative arts. Purpose built in the 19th century by John and Josphine Bowes, the Museum has a wonderful story to tell.For additional inspiration on what to do within the area, please click here .
