Welcome to Bolam

Bolam is a small village located in Northumberland, England. It is situated approximately 10 miles west of Morpeth and 20 miles north of Newcastle upon Tyne. The village is known for its beautiful countryside, historic buildings, and friendly community. Bolam is surrounded by rolling hills, fields, and forests, making it an ideal location for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding.

One of the main attractions in Bolam is Bolam Lake Country Park. The park covers over 100 acres and includes a large lake, woodland, and meadows. It is a popular destination for families, walkers, and nature lovers. The park has a variety of wildlife, including birds, deer, and otters. There are also several picnic areas, a children's play area, and a visitor center with a cafe and gift shop.

Bolam also has a rich history, with several historic buildings and landmarks. The most notable of these is Bolam Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a Grade I listed building and is known for its impressive architecture and beautiful stained glass windows. Other historic buildings in the village include Bolam Hall, a 16th-century manor house, and Bolam Tower, a 14th-century fortified tower. Overall, Bolam is a charming village with plenty to offer visitors, from its stunning countryside to its rich history and friendly community.

Local Weather

Sunny

Temp: 19.4°C

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Wind: 8.1 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
Belsay Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lynn Blain	Belsay Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Tyne And Wear NE20 0ET 1661881641 School Website
Whalton Church Of England Aided First School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Nichola Brannen	Whalton Morpeth Northumberland NE61 3XH 01670775216 School Website
Stamfordham First School Community School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Miss Lynsey Briddock	Stamfordham Newcastle Upon Tyne Northumberland NE18 0NA 01661886358 School Website
Cambo First School Community School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Paula Cummings	Cambo Morpeth Northumberland NE61 4BE 01670774210 School Website
Richard Coates Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Heather Cape	Thornhill Road Ponteland Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Tyne And Wear NE20 9QB 1661823167 School Website
Ponteland High School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Stefan Mcelwee	The Crescent Callerton Lane Ponteland Northumberland NE20 9EG 1661824711 School Website
Ponteland Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lynn Blain	Callerton Lane Ponteland The Crescent, Callerton Lane, Ponteland Northumberland NE20 9EG 1661822103 School Website
Darras Hall Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Victoria Parr	Middle Drive Newcastle-Upon-Tyne NE20 9DS 1661823857 School Website
Ponteland Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Carl Johnson	Callerton Lane Ponteland Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Tyne And Wear NE20 9EY 1661824853 School Website
Abbeyfields First School Academy Converter Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Sandra Ford	Abbot's Way Morpeth Northumberland NE61 2LZ 1670513582 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Morpeth Coopies Lane, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2SL 7.34 Miles

Pegswood Pegswood, Pegswood, Northumberland, NE61 6SJ 9.24 Miles

Wylam Station Road, Wylam, Tyne And Wear, NE41 8JA 9.92 Miles

Cramlington Station Road, Cramlington, Northumberland, NE23 9EX 10.15 Miles

Prudhoe Station Gate, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 6NR 10.45 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Caisleycabs Taxis In Morpeth 0800 118 5018 89 Abbey Meadows, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2XZ 6.38 Miles
Caisleycabs 0800 118 5018 89 Abbey Meadows, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2XZ 6.38 Miles
Highway Taxis 01670 514190 64 Postern Cres, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2JN 6.87 Miles
Just Taxis - Morpeth 07957 495503 16 Merle Gardens, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 3RW 6.88 Miles
Morpeth Airport Runners 01670 517819 30 Castle Cl, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2LJ 6.93 Miles
Abbey Taxis 01670 514872 22 Merley Gate, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2EP 7.03 Miles
Express Taxis 01670 513513 Sanderson Arcade, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 1NS 7.21 Miles
Central Taxis 01670 514965 24 Shields Road, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2SB 7.35 Miles
Morpeth Mini Cabs 01670 519191 Coopies Haugh, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 6JN 7.77 Miles
Airparks Newcastle - Newcastle Airport Parking 0191 286 9899 Callerton Ln, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE13 8DN 8.40 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Belsay Post Office Box Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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High Angerton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Scots Gap Medical Group 01670 774216	Scots Gap Medical Group The Surgery, Scots Gap Morpeth Northumberland NE61 4EG
12 Grange Road	White Medical Group Stamfordham Newcastle Upon Tyne Tyne And Wear NE18 0PF
Stamfordham Surgery	16 Grange Road Stamfordham Newcastle Upon Tyne Tyne And Wear NE18 0PF
Ponteland Medical Group - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Meadowfield Industrial Estate Ponteland Newcastle Upon Tyne NE20 9SD
Ponteland Medical Group - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Meadowfield Industrial Estate Ponteland Newcastle Upon Tyne NE20 9SD

Local Stores

Ponteland
15 Broadway
Ponteland
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Northumberland
NE20 9PW
01661 824165
Store Website
6.50 miles

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SPAR Heddon
Heddon Service Station
Heddon on the Wall
NE15 0BG
01661 852276
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

River Veterinary Care
47 Bell Villas Ponteland Newcastle Upon Tyne NE20 9BD Website 6.39 miles

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Alnorthumbria Vets (Morpeth)
Fairmoor Morpeth Northumberland NE61 3JN 01670 505321 Website 6.99 miles

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Alnorthumbria Vets (Morpeth Equine)
Fairmoor Morpeth Northumberland NE61 3JN 01670 897 597 wagonway@alnorthumbriavets.co.uk Website 6.99 miles

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Doorstep Vet
Unit G 1B Stephenson Prestwick Park, Prestwick Ponteland Newcastle Upon Tyne Northumberland NE20 9SJ 07939 932903 hello@doorstep.vet Website 7.21 miles
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Alnorthumbria Vets - Ponteland Branch
Street House Farm Ponteland Newcastle Upon Tyne NE20 9BT 7.27 miles

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Morpeth Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Unit 2 Stanley Terrace Morpeth Northumberland NE61 1PA 7.41 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Bolam Lake
Bolam Lake Is A Great Dog Walk, There's A Lake (Obviously) With A Well Maintained Path Around It, Some Great Wooded Areas And Some Open Grassy Areas. Great For A Picnic As Well. Parking Is £1.40-2.80, And There Are Toilets. Very Dog Friendly. Unnamed Road Lancashire 1.36 miles

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Plessey Woods Park
Incredibly Popular Area For Fellow Dog Walkers. Peaceful And Lovley Little Art Touches Around The Forrest. There A Few Routes You Can Take In The Forrest Depending On Your Preference. Incredibly Large Forest With Picnic Area And Toilets On Site With Free Parking Also. 35 Shields Rd Hartford Bridge Bedlington Lancashire NE22 6AN 8.82 miles

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Choppington Woods
Choppington Woods Lovely Woodland Walk Briar Cl Choppington Lancashire NE62 5SF 9.90 miles

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Jesmond Dene Park
Beautiful Victorian Park In The Center Of The Jesmond Area Of Newcastle. Part Of The Ouseburn Parks Area This Park Is A Shining Example Of Victorian Splendor And The Creation Of William Armstrong The Master Industrialist. There Are Numerous Paths And Levels For All Abilities With Waterfalls And Historic Buildings With Excellent Signage And Almost All Accessible To Wheelchairs Or Scooters. Coffee Shop And Gifts With A Petting Zoo Area Are All Available With Free Unrestricted Parking Everyday. Also Surrounded By 3 Other Park Areas Of Equal Beauty With Facilities Of Their Own. Fantastic All Year Round 89 Osborne Rd Lancashire 13.03 miles

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Cambois Beach
Hugely Popular Beach For Dog Walkers During Low Tide. Not As Busy As Other Local Beaches Either. There Are Two Dog Friendly Pubs Either End Of The Beach And Several Car Parks Allowing You To Decide On How Long You Want To Walk. The Bucca Blyth NE24 1SJ 13.17 miles

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Chesters Roman Fort
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk From Chesters Roman Fort (Hadrian's Wall, English Heritage) And Through The Parish Of Humshaugh, In Northumberland. NE46 4EU 13.17 miles From The A1, Follow The A69 To A6079 In Acomb And Continue On That Road To The Museum.

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Weather Forecast

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