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Things to see in Morpeth (United Kingdom): 30 places and when to go
Morpeth is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 30 places in and around it, mainly History (11), Nature (10), Wildlife (9). The best known are Warkworth Castle, Bothal Castle and Coquet Island. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 17 h 08 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 52. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 55.2855, -1.7436
- Places
- 30 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (11) · Nature (10) · Wildlife (9) · Temples (3) · Museums and art (3) · Mountains (2)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- EDI Ingliston, Edinburgh, 126 km as the crow flies
What to see in Morpeth
The places in and around Morpeth, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Warkworth CastleMedieval castle in Warkworth, Northumberland, England, UK11 km
- Bothal CastleGrade I listed castle in Ashington, Northumberland, England, UK15 km
- Coquet IslandRSPB nature reserve in United Kingdom14 km
- Edlingham CastleGrade I listed castle in Edlingham, United Kingdom11 km
- Coquet LighthouseLighthouse and attached buildings in Hauxley, England14 km
- Brinkburn PrioryPriory in Brinkburn, Northumberland, England, UK4.8 km
- Cresswell Pele TowerTower house in Northumberland, England, UK14 km
- Bondgate TowerGate tower, part of Alnwick town walls, in Alnwick, Northumberland, England, UK14 km
- Church of St Lawrence, WarkworthGrade I listed church in Warkworth, Northumberland, England, UK11 km
- St Bartholomew's Church, Newbiggin-by-the-SeaGrade I listed church in Newbiggin by the Sea, Northumberland, England, UK19 km
- Chibburn PreceptoryPriory in Northumberland, England, UK11 km
- Druridge Bay Country ParkCountry Park in Northumberland, England10 km
- Eshott Castle fortified houseFortified manor house in Thirston, Northumberland, England, UK3.6 km
- Long CragHill in Northumberland, England, UK13 km
- Morpeth Chantry Bagpipe MuseumBagpipe museum in Morpeth, England14 km
- Fusiliers Museum of NorthumberlandRegimental museum in Alnwick, England, United Kingdom15 km
- Simonside HillsHills in Northumberland, United Kingdom14 km
- Thrum Mill, RothburyBuilding in Rothbury, Northumberland, England, UK9.9 km
- Clark’s bogProtected area14 km
- Creswell Pond Nature ReserveProtected area13 km
- Druridge Pools Nature ReserveProtected area11 km
- East Chevington Nature ReserveProtected area10.0 km
- Ferryman's Hut MuseumMuseum in Alnwick, England, UK14 km
- Hauxley Nature ReserveProtected area12 km
And the other 6, by what you come to do:
- Stargazing: KEVISA Observatory
- Nature: Linton Lane Nature Reserve
- With kids: Northumberland Zoo
- History: Rothbury Motors Garage, Church of All Saints
- Hiking: Spylaw Cottage
When to go to Morpeth
The best time to visit Morpeth is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not7:27
- FebPossible9:21
- MarPossible11:27
- AprBest time13:51
- MayBest time15:55
- JunBest time17:08
- JulBest time16:37
- AugBest time14:46
- SepBest time12:26
- OctPossible10:07
- NovBetter not8:00
- DecPossible6:52
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 17 h 08 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 52. In April, 29 of the 30 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Morpeth
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI, Ingliston, Edinburgh), 126 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Belsay8 places21 km
- Newcastle upon Tyne98 places33 km
- Wooler22 places33 km
- Bamburgh17 places36 km
- Consett20 places46 km
- Sunderland34 places47 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Morpeth?
The best known: Warkworth Castle, Bothal Castle, Coquet Island, Edlingham Castle, Coquet Lighthouse. In all, 30 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Morpeth?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 17 h 08 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 52.
How do you get to Morpeth?
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), 126 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Morpeth as the destination and these 30 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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