Stocksfield, Northumberland

Flower Delivery to Stocksfield, Northumberland with Clare Florist

Stocksfield is a small, commuter village close to River Tyne, some 15 miles off Newcastle upon Tyne and 10 miles off Hexham in southern Northumberland, England. Stocksfield is surrounded by several villages and hamlets which include New Ridley, Old Ridley, Bywell, Mickley, Hindley and Hedley on the Hill. The name Stocksfield seems to mean ‘marked by or field by, the posts.’

Stocksfield was built by the late Victorians just as the Newcastle Carlisle railway was opened. However, the hamlets and villages which constitute the Broomley & Stocksfield Parish Council trace their origins back many centuries. Stocksfield is the largest settlement in the parish. The earliest evidence of human activity in the parish traces back to the Mesolithic period.  Although not much exist to prove this. However some remains from the afthermath of the Norman Conquest offer some insight into the past.

The medieval and post medieval periods were known to be troubled times between the England and Scotland borders but Stocksfield which lied a little distant from the border didn’t suffer much. A building known as the West Farmhouse is thought to incorporate remains of a battle. As peace returned to the Border region in the 17th and 18th centuries, this building was extended  and became a less defensive home. Agriculture is one of the well known post medieval economic activities the area was well known for.  The Newcastle to Carlisle railway came in the 19th century and by the later 20th century Stocksfield had developed largely into a commuter village for Tyneside.

ATTRACTIONS

The Duke of Wellington Inn

This Inn is located in the Tyne Valleys village of Newton. With quick access to Newcastle, Hexham and Northumberland’s National Park. The inn was recently reopened after undergoing extensive renovation. The new décor reflects the traditional county Inn history but with a modern touch. The oak and stones around have been enhanced with colours, furniture and fabrics. Lunches and dinners are served every day of the week in the bar and dining room. There is a comprehensive range of beer and ales compliment an extensive wine list. There are seven bedrooms providing luxury accommodation to compliment the Inn experience. The outstanding view of the Tyne valley ensures the memory of the Inn remains for a long time.

Locksley Bed and Breakfast

Owned by Robin and Josie, the B&B as it is called is a great accommodation where visitors and passersby stay when visiting the area. The rooms are spacious and comfortable with lovely locally sourced breakfasts. Robin and Josie are great host who people have good things to say about, like the meals they give and the assistance given to stranded visitors. The Locksley breakfast is fabulous, the garden is beautiful and Josie has all the maps and directions to guide you. The location is great to explore the surroundings. The area is perfect for cycling along the Tyne to Newcastle, Derwent water and many great routes.

EVENTS

Stocksfield golfclub events

Afternoon Tea

The Ladies section of the Stocksfield golfclub invites you to come with your friends for a social get-together. There a few stalls for you to browse and delicious food to enjoy. The afternoon tea holds on Thurs 2nd Oct at 2:30 pm.

Steak & Wine Night

Steak & wine night holds Last Friday of every month. You can enjoy a huge Rib-Eye steak with a bothhle of red or white wine. Costs £9.95 per person. Y    ou can book your table at  the bar

Counterfeit Sixties Show @ Hexham Queens Hall

Re-live the magic of the sixties as the show brings back the sounds of this period. The show showcases everything from that era, from clothes worn then to television history which include TV programmes, adverts and clips from the original bands. Bands such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who, The Dark Clark Five and so on. All recreated in one stunning show. The band members have performed their tribute shows all over the UK and abroad and are vastly experienced in this field. The event holds at the Queens Hall, Hexham in Northumberland on November 30th, 2014 and admission fee is £14.00 flat.

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