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Laying in
unspoilt open
countryside on
the River
Wansbeck,
Morpeth is an
ancient market
town half way
between
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
and the Scottish
borders. In
addition to it's
stunning
scenery, being
surrounded by
wooded valleys,
Morpeth also
boasts thriving
shops, a weekly
market, a sports
complex and a
host of cafes
and restaurants.
Birth place of a
number of famous
names in
history, such as
'Capability'
Brown, the
Suffragette
Emily Davidson
and the
Herbalist
William Turner
who was the
author of the
first ever
botanical study
in English. The
beautiful
William Turner
Garden, named in
his honour,
recently won
awards at the
Chelsea flower
show. |
Morpeth Main Street - Photo:
Ray Byrne
CCL |
