Allen View, Catton ref: 334037

About the local area

Catton is a friendly village only a mile from the picturesque rural town of Allendale where there are ample facilities available. Many travel from far and wide to celebrate New Year by its unique Pagan ceremony known as the Tar Barrel Festival. Pony trekking can be arranged at Sinderhope close by and Allenheads, perched at the head of the Allen Valley has its own heritage centre, 9 miles away. Alston is only 14 miles; positioned high up in the Pennines, which at 1300 feet above sea level claims to be the highest settlement in England and is the starting point for the South Tyne Railway - enjoy a leisurely ride and absorb the panoramic vistas of this wild and lonely beautiful landscape, designated as An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. For those looking for an active cycling holiday, this is the perfect location to access Kielder, Chopwell and an excellent base for the Coast to Coast trip. The historic market town of Hexham, dominated by its magnificent abbey is only 13 miles and offers a wide array of amenities - why not try your luck at Hexham racecourse! Allen View is well placed to explore the very best of Hadrian's Wall Country and gives easy access to the Heritage coastline to the east or the opportunity to explore the north Pennines and the Lake District National Park too.

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