North East

Allen Banks and Staward Gorge

Gorge of the River Allen with ornamental and ancient woodland

near Ridley Hall, Bardon Mill, Hexham, Northumberland, NE47 7BP

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A group of people sitting in the woodland at Allen Banks and Staward Gorge outside a wooden structure

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By road
5½ miles east of Haltwhistle, 3 miles west of Haydon Bridge, ½ mile south of A69
Parking: Pay and display at Allen Banks. 4 hours £2 All day £4 Members please scan for a ticket at the car park machine. Payment can also be made using PayByPhone. 3.3-metre height restriction
Sat Nav: avoid using
On foot
numerous public and permitted rights of way
By train
Bardon Mill 1½ miles
By bus
services from Carlisle to Newcastle upon Tyne, stop within ½ mile
Cycling
NCN72, 2½ miles
Cycling - more information

Opening times for 2 July 2025
Asset	Opening time
Countryside	Dawn - Dusk

Two visitors walking a dog along a leafy woodland path at Allen Banks and Staward Gorge

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Visiting Allen Banks with your dog

With woodland to explore, sticks, and plenty of ground to cover, Allen Banks is a slice of canine heaven. Bring your dog here for an outdoor treat. Allen Banks and Staward Gorge is a one pawprint rated place.

People picnicking at allen banks and starward gorge

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Wild adventures await at Allen Banks and Staward Gorge this summer

Get out into nature and explore ancient woodlands, discover wild animals and take some time out to tackle a few of the activities on your list of ‘50 things to do before you're 11¾’. Whether you’re searching for six-legged critters on a bug hunt or building a den, the woodland at Allen Banks is the perfect place for family fun.

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