Friday Focus… on Bellingham
Second up
in my series of Friday Focus is the village of Bellingham. Why not make a visit
this weekend- there’s plenty to see and do!
Situated
near to the North Tyne river, Bellingham is a popular destination for keen
fishers. It’s also a great place to visit if you’re a fan of cycling or
walking- the 2.5 mile Hareshaw Linn Walk is a particular highlight, passing the
old ironworks to finish up at a spectacular 30-foot waterfall.
The stone
barrel vault at St Cuthbert’s Church is said to make it unique in England. The
13th century, Grade-I listed building is full of history and is
definitely worth a visit.
The
Heritage Centre is the perfect place to go to learn all about Bellingham’s
industrial past. With exhibitions on the Border Counties Railway, mining,
farming and more, the museum is a wonderful celebration of Bellingham’s
history.
With
plenty of restaurants and a hotel, why not make a weekend of it and see what
Bellingham has to offer?!
