Things to see and do around Garrigill

The area contains many attractions, from the traditional 16th century village George and Dragon pub, to the art studio of Lionel Playford.

Thortergill Forge is a working blacksmith's forge, providing a range of hand-made ironwork, run by Andrew and David Johnson. A great choice for a rainy afternoon, the forge also has tearooms and the waterfall walk.

South Tynedale Railway operates between Alston and Kirkhaugh, and is England's highest narrow gauge railway. Also tea rooms and shop.

Ashgill Falls - Not far from Garrigill lies the spectacular waterfall at Ashgill. Well worth a visit, you can walk behind the wall of water for a spectacular view from within!

Nenthead Mines Heritage Centre One of the highest villages in England and also one of the most important lead mining centres of its time, there is an excellent visitor centre in the village.

Alston - this nearby market town is home to a wide variety of specialist shops and art galleries, as well as pubs and cafes and a supermarket.

The Village Bakery - the famous organic bakery boasting a newly refurbished restaurant, a gallery and shop for you to buy their delicious wares.

Nick Mason's Birdwatching Tours

St John's swimming pool is available for swimming or a sauna, situated right in the heart of Garrigill.

For a longer stay in the area, why not try Greenends Holiday Cottages in Nenthead.

Killhope Mining Museum is a working museum illustrating he history of lead mining in the North including a guided underground trip.

Nenthead Mines provides a tour of the extensive mine workings within England’s highest & largest lead mining complex.

If we're full, why not try our neighbour, BridgeView.

Garrigill's Wikipedia entry.

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