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Things to see in Wooler (United Kingdom): 22 places and when to go
Wooler is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 22 places in and around it, mainly History (11), Nature (6), Mountains (5). The best known are Etal Castle, Ford Castle and The Cheviot. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 17 h 11 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 49. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 55.5451, -2.0112
- Places
- 22 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (11) · Nature (6) · Mountains (5) · Museums and art (2) · Temples (2) · Hiking (2)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- EDI Ingliston, Edinburgh, 96 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- The Cheviot, at 816 m.
What to see in Wooler
The places in and around Wooler, 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.
- Etal CastleGrade I listed castle in Ford, Northumberland, England, UK13 km
- Ford CastleGrade I listed mansion in Northumberland, England, UK11 km
- The CheviotHighest summit in the Cheviot Hills, England11 km
- Coupland CastleGrade I listed castle in Ewart, Northumberland, England, UK6.7 km
- Hedgehope HillMountain in United Kingdom9.6 km
- Housedon HillMountain in United Kingdom10 km
- Yeavering BellHill in Northumberland, United Kingdom6.6 km
- Ros HillMountain in United Kingdom9.1 km
- Ad Gefrin DistilleryEnglish distillery3 m
- Green CastleRingwork castle in Akeld, Northumberland, England, UK1.2 km
- Heatherslaw MillWatermill and museum in Etal, England, United Kingdom12 km
- Lady Waterford HallArchitectural structure and museum in Ford, Northumberland, England, United Kingdom11 km
- Maelmin HengeOutdoor sculpture in Northumberland, England7.8 km
- St Ninian's Catholic Church, WoolerGrade II listed church in Wooler, Northumberland, England, UK553 m
- Threestoneburn Stone CircleArchaeological site in Northumberland, England, UK7.8 km
- Deersheds In Chillingham ParkArchitectural structure in Chillingham, Northumberland, England, UK7.8 km
- Hepburn BastleTower house in Chillingham, Northumberland, England, UK8.3 km
- Pennine Way (Tan Hill to Yetholm) - deviation to The Cheviot via Scotsman's CairnHiking12 km
- Saint Cuthbert's Way (Kirk Yetholm to Lindisfarne)Hiking7.2 km
- St Cuthbert's CaveCave in Northumberland, England9.8 km
- Church of St PeterChurch in Chillingham, Northumberland, England, UK7.1 km
- Stable Yard At ChillinghamStable in Chillingham, Northumberland, England, UK6.9 km
When to go to Wooler
The best time to visit Wooler 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 not7:24
- FebPossible9:19
- MarPossible11:27
- AprBest time13:52
- MayBest time15:58
- JunBest time17:11
- JulBest time16:40
- AugBest time14:48
- SepBest time12:26
- OctPossible10:06
- NovBetter not7:57
- DecPossible6:49
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 17 h 11 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 49. In April, 22 of the 22 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 Wooler
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI, Ingliston, Edinburgh), 96 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
- Bamburgh17 places20 km
- Spittal28 places24 km
- Stichill17 places30 km
- Morpeth30 places33 km
- Cranshaws18 places45 km
- Belsay8 places48 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Wooler?
The best known: Etal Castle, Ford Castle, The Cheviot, Coupland Castle, Hedgehope Hill. In all, 22 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Wooler?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 17 h 11 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 49.
How do you get to Wooler?
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), 96 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Wooler as the destination and these 22 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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