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stevezero Says: Ford Castle dates back to the 14th century. Because of its close proximity to Scotland the Castle suffered frequent attacks by the Scots. King James IV of Scotland spent his last night at the castle before his fatal battle on Flodden Field in 1513. The Castle was completely...
stevezero Says: The parish church, dedicated to St. Michael was originally built in the 13th century. In 1853 it was remodelled by the well known Newcastle architect John Dobson. One of the Rectors of Ford, Hastings Neville, is well-known as the author of a book, A Corner In The North. This...
stevezero Says: A 15” gauge steam railway running from Heatherslaw, two miles to Etal Village, near the castle - a return journey of 50 minutesOPEN: Trains daily from April 3rd - end October. Train times: 11am, 12 noon, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm. Extra trains bank holiday and high season. Party...
stevezero Says: For such a small village, Etal has a fine parish church. Admission is free - well worth a look
stevezero Says: In the village is also a grand old hall, near the church. It is private, but you can sneak a quick photo.
stevezero Says: As well as the thatched roof pub, there are also a nice pair of thatched cottages on the village street.
stevezero Says: The village consists of just one street, leading from B6354 down past the nursery, the pub, and the post office towards the castle at the end.
stevezero Says: The Black Bull Pub is possibly the only thatched pub in Northumberland. They serve a selection of beers and have a varied food menu. A good place to spend a sunny afternoon.
stevezero Says: Etal was built in the mid-14th century by Robert Manners as a defence against Scots raiders, in a strategic position by a ford over the River Till. It fell to James IV's invading Scots army in 1513, immediately before their cata-strophic defeat at nearby Flodden. An...
Lavender Taeroom: Good old fashioned grub
stevezero Says: The old post office in the village doubles as the Lavender Tearoom. On a nice day you can sit outside as we did. They serve a good choice of simple dinners and snacks at reasonable prices. We had one roast dinner and a cumberland sausage in a roll
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The Black Bull Pub is possibly the only thatched pub in Northumberland. They serve a selection of beers and have a varied food menu. A good place to spend a...
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