Locality & Surrounding Area

The 1/4 mile private farm road leads to the farm cottages and houses which are at the centre of a 400 acre working farm. There are public footpaths and cycle ways through the fields and the nearest post office, shops and pubs are a 10 minute walk away in Burradon village.

By car the A19 and A1 are easily accessed. Local buses from the end of the farm road offer regular services to Newcastle and the Metro Station.

Locally there are swimming pools, multi-screen cinemas, ice-skating rink, golf and race courses. Newcastle Falcons Rugby Club, Newcastle United Football Club, Sunderland AFC and Gateshead International Sports Stadium are a short drive away.

There are many tourist attractions nearby which include the glorious beaches of Seaton Sluice, Whitley Bay and Tynemouth. Royal Quays Shopping Outlet, Wet 'n' Wild and the International Ferry Terminal are also nearby. Within half an hours drive visitors have easy access to Northumberland's wonderful castles, stately homes and gardens such as Alnwick Castle, Wallington Hall and Cragside. Beamish Open Air Museum, Hadrian's Wall and the Roman Forts are also nearby and northwards there are the coastal villages of Bamburgh, Seahouses and the historic Holy Island.

The jewel in the crown is the closeness to Newcastle Gateshead and the varied shopping experiences at the Metrocentre and Eldon Square. The vibrant city of Newcastle is a blend of museums, monuments, bridges and art galleries with new innovations such as Grainger Town, the Baltic Art Gallery and exciting new developments on the Quayside. Newcastle also boasts an excellent array of sophisticated wine bars, stylish pubs and restaurants.

The close proximity to city, coast and countryside ensures that a stay at Burradon Farm Cottages and Houses can be a relaxing yet exciting experience for everyone.