West Thirston

Around our Immediate area

Here’s a sample of some of our local attractions. Inspired by what you see? It’s only the beginning!

The River Coquet

The pedestrianised medieval bridge connects the villages West Thirston and Felton.
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The Church of St Michael and All Angels

Our grade 1 listed parish church is a five minute walk and was built circa 1200.
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Fine fishing

The River Coquet is one of England's finest fishing rivers for Salmon and sea trout.
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The St Oswald's Way

Walk out the front door and you're on the St Oswald's Way. It's downstream to Warkworth and the coast, and upstream to Rothbury and Coquetdale.
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The Running Fox

The famous Running Fox cafe serves a delicious range cakes and pasteries and sits directly across the river.Everything from a cooked breakfast to afternoon tea. Situated in the basement is one of our 'local pubs' The Foxes Den.
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The Northumberland Arms

Superb food and virtually two doors away.
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Art on the bridge

Art on the Bridge takes place in the summer (usually once a month on a Sunday) weather permitting.
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Gallery 45

Comprising of two gallery and exhibition spaces, a gift shop with a cosy, fireside seating area where cake and coffee are served. Also on site are 6 artists’ studios, currently occupied by a variety of designers, makers and artists.
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