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    Allen Banks and Staward Gorge
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    Allen Banks and Staward Gorge
    Estate Office, Bardon Mill, Hexham, Northumberland NE47 7BU
    Telephone: 01434 344218
    Other building  Countryside  Prehistory  1942 
    This extensive area of gorge and river scenery, including the 41-hectare (101-acre) Stawardpeel Site of Special Scientific Interest, has miles of waymarked walks through ornamental and ancient woods. Look out for the remains of a medieval pele tower and a reconstructed Victorian summerhouse. All within North Pennines AONB

    Don't miss
    • Explore miles of tranquil and beautiful footpaths.
    • See the views from a medieval pele tower.
    • Look out for wildlife, especially woodland birds and plants.

    Making the most of your day
    Enjoy the peaceful surroundings of Allen Banks and Staward Gorge. Guided walks and workshops covering a range of subjects, such as tree identification, fungi and woodland birds. Dogs welcome under close control

    Opening times
    Open all year Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
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    Last admission 30 minutes before closing

    Get in touch

    01434 344218 Email: allenbanks@nationaltrust.org.uk



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