Explore Days out by Train to Wylam, Corbridge, Hexham, Haltwhistle and Carlisle
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Haltwhistle Carlisle The Centre of Britain in the The 2000 year old City tvcrp.org.uk Heart of Hadrian’s Wall Country With a visit to Carlisle, you can relive history. Celts, Romans, There is so much to do in this vibrant town, which is feuding Border Reivers and invading armies have left an renowned as being at the very centre of Britain. amazing story to tell. You can explore a town full of Within the city you can wander the cobbled independent shops, enjoy streets of Carlisle’s Historic Quarter. Here you quality local food and friendly, will find a mighty medieval castle, a knowledgeable hospitality. magnificent Cathedral and the award winning Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery. Visit the 13th Century church Explore days out by train to with its links to the town’s Carlisle has a unique mix of Celtic and Roman past and see independent retailers and great high Wylam, Corbridge, the stained glass windows by street brands. The Lanes Shopping William Morris. Centre has more than 70 stores and Hexham, Haltwhistle and Carlisle is an ideal all weather destination. Or if you fancy a stroll, follow the The award winning Victorian Market Bastle Trail or walk the Burn Hall has an unhurried traditional atmosphere. Inside you’ll through 10 million years of earth’s find a great mix of products and amazing food. history and 300 years of man’s ingenuity. This winter experience Carlisle – City of Lights. A stunning sound and light installation at Carlisle’s 900 year old There are four family activity walks allowing you to Cathedral will be the centrepiece for a spectacular new ‘City discover some of Haltwhistle’s of Lights’ event in England’s Great Border City in February rich history :Up the Burn; 2020. As well as seeing an array of historic buildings and Round the Town; Off the Rails local landmarks illuminated with brightly coloured lights and or Tanky’s Trail projections over four days (12-15 February 2020), Carlisle will be the first location in Northern Or if you want a longer walk, England to host ‘The Great Exhibition why not try out the six-mile – SPACE: God, the Universe and Hadrian’s Wall circular walk. Everything,’ created by the award-winning Luxmuralis artistic See haltwhistle.org and visithaltwhistle.com for further collaboration. details Go to discovercarlisle.co.uk for more information For more information about days out, offers and discount vouchers https://rb.gy/yh8o57 Wylam Corbridge Hexham Where the Railway was Born The Destination of Distinction Culture in the Countryside Looking for somewhere interesting Originally a busy Roman Town, 2000 years later Corbridge to visit which has a special claim to maintains a distinctive character and is well worth a visit. fame? Then make sure you spend a few hours in the attractive village of There is something Dickensian about the secret streets and Wylam. courtyards of Corbridge . Many important figures in Britain Acclaimed for its award-winning independent shops, cafes, How can we describe Hexham? Bill Bryson said “as have come from small communities. Wylam is unique in pubs and restaurants that frequently feature on national handsome a market town as you will find anywhere” or having been the home of some of the world’s most notable television and in newspapers and magazines both in the UK “cute as a puppy's nose, handsome as Clark Gable... the railway pioneers, amongst them George Stephenson, and across the world. nicest market town in the known universe” as the Guardian Timothy Hackworth and William Hedley. As the scene of newspaper proclaimed? Hexham is all those things and historic experiments in the design of steam locomotives, more. Wylam was at the heart of the evolution of rail travel. It boasts a fascinating (and, at times, bloody) history, incredible Looking around Wylam today, few people would realise architecture, icons including that around two centuries ago the village was a hive of Hexham Abbey and the Old Gaol, industrial activity. Not many traces remain, but with our A short stroll from both interesting shops, an array of help you can track some of them down. Visits to George Corbridge railway station and eateries and pubs, great events, a Stephenson’s birthplace and the Railway Museum are the village centre is the oldest spectacular location, fantastic people and a warm welcome recommended. surviving bridge across the for visitors - not to mention Hexham's proximity to River Tyne, overlooking Hadrian’s Wall UNESCO World Heritage Site and beautiful river walks. Northumberland National Park, home to England’s cleanest rivers, clearest air and darkest skies. St Andrew’s Church in Market Place is one of the oldest churches in Britain and open every day to all. Or you could enjoy scenic walks and cycle routes on the doorstep, two golf Not forgetting the Roman Town, now courses, rowing, canoeing and kayaking For such a small village there’s plenty of choice in places run by English Heritage, where you on a beautiful stretch of the River Tyne, to eat and drink. Wylam is proud of its unique place in our can explore a time capsule of Roman theatre, cinema and a leisure centre with pool. We also national heritage and it gives a warm welcome to visitors. life and the fascinating remains of boast Northumberland's only racecourse, the streets they once walked. the most picturesque in Britain! Learn more at wylamparishcouncil.org.uk Find out more about Corbridge at visitcorbridge.co.uk More information at visithexham.net We appreciate the contribution of TransPennine Express, all organisations and There is a regular train service along the Tyne Valley Railway so travel to the area is easy. From stations in Teesside and businesses who have assisted in supplying content and images for this leaflet and for providing offers and discounts. Yorkshire, you will need to change trains at Newcastle and from Cumbria and Lancashire, you will change trains at Carlisle. More details at tvcrp.org.uk/news/437-open-in-winter. A variety of tickets are available and there is 1/3rd discount if you have a national railcard. For some services, cheaper Some images courtesy of hadrianswallpictures.com Tyne Valley Community Rail Partnership advance purchase tickets are available so it is worthwhile checking fares at your local booking office or at tpexpress.co.uk. Railway Station, Hexham January 2020 .