West Woodburn Travel Guide

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East Woodburn Bridge A very interesting bridge spanning the River Rede near East Woodburn. Despite a lot of research I have been unable to unearth any historical facts about this crossing on the Border County Ride drove road. The main span, crossing the river itself, would appear to date from the late 18th Century. The section on the left of the photograph would appear to pre-date this. There is a very faint engraving on a stone pillar on the western entrance of the bridge which may read 1732. The main span must have been replaced at some time in the 18th Century and 'tagged on' to the remains of an earlier crossing. There are two clearly distinct architectural styles - dressed stone on the main span cf. rough stone on the earlier western approach. If anyone knows any better, I'd love to hear from them.
Photo by Pete Saunders (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
East Woodburn Bridge A very interesting bridge spanning the River Rede near East Woodburn. Despite a lot of research I have been unable to unearth any historical facts about this crossing on the Border County Ride drove road. The main span, crossing the river itself, would appear to date from the late 18th Century. The section on the left of the photograph would appear to pre-date this. There is a very faint engraving on a stone pillar on the western entrance of the bridge which may read 1732. The main span must have been replaced at some time in the 18th Century and 'tagged on' to the remains of an earlier crossing. There are two clearly distinct architectural styles - dressed stone on the main span cf. rough stone on the earlier western approach. If anyone knows any better, I'd love to hear from them.
Photo by Pete Saunders (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Entering West Woodburn from the North along the A68 Looking down the hill towards West Woodburn.
Photo by G Laird (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Looking down the River Rede From West Woodburn Bridge.
Bay Horse Inn - B&B

Bay Horse Inn - B&B

3.5 out of 5
West Woodburn Hexham England
Stay at this 3.5-star inn in Hexham. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Bellingham Heritage Centre and Bellingham ...
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Broadgate House & Steading - sleeps 12 guests in 6 bedrooms

Broadgate House & Steading - sleeps 12 guests in 6 bedrooms

West Woodburn Northumberland
Stay at this farm stay in Hexham. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios.
Broadgare House
A wonderful house! We had a lovely weekend catching up with friends. It was such a great house for us all. The dining room was a highlight.

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Broadgate House & Steading - sleeps 12 guests in 6 bedrooms
Cozy 2 Bedroom Cottage

Cozy 2 Bedroom Cottage

2 out of 5
Hexham England
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Cozy 2 Bedroom Cottage

Cozy 2 Bedroom Cottage

2 out of 5
Hexham England
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Luxury King bedroom with ensuite bathroom in a wing of a private Country House

Luxury King bedroom with ensuite bathroom in a wing of a private Country House

Hexham Northumberland
Stay at this holiday home in Hexham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and patios. Popular attractions De Vere Slaley Hall Spa and Chesters Roman Fort are located nearby.
Liked everything about this stay. The property was exceptional . The decor, the bedding , the surroundings were all amazing. Every detail had been considered. Would not hesitate to recommend

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JEM Lodge - Lakeside Farm Ltd

JEM Lodge - Lakeside Farm Ltd

2 out of 5
Stocksfield England
Stay at this cabin in Stocksfield. Enjoy a garden, balconies and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Cherryburn and Aydon Castle are located ...
William and Bea were the perfect hosts very helpful and quick to respond to any questions or queries.The cabin was beautiful and set in idyllic surrounding. We had a lovely, peaceful stay and left feeling refreshed.Would thoroughly recommend.

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