Morpeth Map

Morpeth map, view the Northumberland town of Morpeth, located in the county of Northumberland, England.

Detailed Street Map of Morpeth Northumberland & Guide to the Area

Morpeth Map Northumberland: Interactive map of Morpeth, displaying the town situated in the county of Northumberland, England, United Kingdom.

Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Morpeth area and a Morpeth town centre map, showing Morpeth Railway Station and Morpeth Golf Club.

Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Morpeth map are: Carlisle Park, Morpeth Castle, Morpeth Clock Tower, Chantry Bagpipe Museum, Sanderson Arcade, Morpeth Market, The Morpeth Larder, The Electrical Wizard Wetherspoons, The Sun Inn, The Black Bull, The Joiners Arms, The Waterford Lodge Hotel, Morpeth Riverside Leisure Centre, Riverside Café, Café Des Amis, Barluga Morpeth, The Chantry Tea Room, Lollo Rosso, Ephesus, The Morpeth Motorhouse, The Corbridge Road Garage, Costa Coffee, Starbucks, Greggs, Subway, Dominos Pizza, McDonald's, Iceland Foods, Sainsbury's, Marks & Spencer Foodhall, Next, JD Sports, Mountain Warehouse, WHSmith, Boots, Superdrug, Holland & Barrett, Specsavers, Vision Express, Barclays, Lloyds Bank, HSBC, Morpeth NHS Centre, Gas House Lane Medical Group, Greystoke Surgery, Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital, Morpeth Library, King Edward VI School, Chantry Middle School, Newminster Middle School, St Robert's RC First School, Morpeth First School.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Pegswood, Longhirst, Hepscott, Clifton, Stannington, Mitford, Whalton, Meldon, Hartburn, Scots Gap, Belsay, Cambo, Middleton, Longhorsley, Longframlington, Felton, Swarland, Shilbottle, Widdrington, Widdrington Station, Stobswood, Acklington, Red Row, Broomhill, Amble, Warkworth, Alnmouth, Alnwick, Powburn, Rothbury, Thropton, Cragside, Rothley, Ulgham.

Morpeth sits neatly on the banks of the River Wansbeck, right in the heart of Northumberland. It's one of those proper market towns that strikes a lovely balance between old-world charm and modern convenience. With its cobbled streets, stone bridges and riverside parks, Morpeth's got plenty of character, all while staying within easy reach of Newcastle, the coast and the wilder parts of the county. It's the kind of place where you can wander through independent shops in the morning, grab a coffee in a cosy café, and take a riverside walk by the afternoon.

The town has a long and rich history, going right back to medieval times. Its strategic position meant it became an important crossing point on the route north, with Morpeth Castle sitting proudly above the river. Over the centuries, it developed as a key market town serving the surrounding farming communities, and even today the farmers' market is still a popular monthly event. It also saw some industrial growth during the mining boom, but it always stayed a bit more genteel than some of its neighbours. These days, Morpeth has a population of around 14,000, with many drawn by its good schools, historic charm and easy commute into Newcastle.

There's plenty to enjoy around town. The town centre has a great mix of high street names and independents, while Carlisle Park offers beautiful gardens, a play area and a riverside walk, complete with the old stepping stones across the Wansbeck. The medieval clock tower stands proudly in the centre, a proper local landmark. Just outside town you've got National Trust's Wallington Hall with its grand house, gardens and woodland walks, and Belsay Hall with its impressive ruins, gardens and castle. For English Heritage fans, Warkworth Castle and the dramatic ruins at Brinkburn Priory aren't far away and make for cracking days out.

Further afield, Northumberland opens up into endless opportunities. You've got Alnwick Castle and Gardens not far up the A1, Bamburgh Castle towering above the beach, and the Holy Island of Lindisfarne for a proper day's exploring. Northumberland National Park offers mile after mile of moorland, hills and walking routes, while Hadrian's Wall takes you back to Roman Britain with forts like Vindolanda and Housesteads. Kielder Water & Forest Park offers outdoor adventure, cycling, dark sky stargazing and some of the most peaceful scenery in England.

Morpeth's well connected for travel. The A1 runs just to the west, giving easy access north and south, while Morpeth railway station sits on the East Coast Main Line, with regular trains to Newcastle, Edinburgh, London and beyond. Newcastle International Airport is only about 20 minutes away by car. Local buses run regularly into Newcastle, Alnwick, Ashington, Bedlington and surrounding villages, so you're never far from where you need to be.

Northumberland itself is one of those counties that never tries too hard but always delivers. It's got a bit of everything — castles, coastlines, farmland, forests, and friendly communities that know their roots. The sense of history here runs deep, but there's a peacefulness to the place that makes it feel special. Whether you're tucked into a village pub, standing on top of a castle wall or wandering down a quiet country lane, Northumberland has a way of making you feel at home.

Some More Nearby Places: Pegswood, Longhirst, Hepscott, Clifton, Stannington, Mitford, Whalton, Meldon, Hartburn, Scots Gap, Belsay, Cambo, Middleton, Longhorsley, Longframlington, Felton, Swarland, Shilbottle, Widdrington, Widdrington Station, Stobswood, Acklington, Red Row, Broomhill, Amble, Warkworth, Alnmouth, Alnwick, Powburn, Rothbury, Thropton, Cragside, Rothley, Ulgham.

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