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Allen Banks and Staward Gorge

Gorge of the River Allen with ornamental and ancient woodland

near Ridley Hall, Bardon Mill, Hexham, Northumberland, NE47 7BP

Two women walk their dogs through the woodland at Allen Banks and Staward Gorge

Important notice

The footbridge over Harsondale Burn is temporarily closed due to fallen tree and damage to the bridge. Please stick to the alternative routes.

Planning your visit

Two visitors walking a dog along a leafy woodland path at Allen Banks and Staward Gorge
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Visiting Allen Banks with your dog 

With woodland to explore, sticks, and plenty of ground to cover, Allen Banks is a slice of canine heaven. Bring your dog here for an outdoor treat. Allen Banks and Staward Gorge is a one pawprint rated place. 

A group of people sitting in the woodland at Allen Banks and Staward Gorge outside a wooden structure
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Family-friendly things to do at Allen Banks & Staward Gorge 

Get out into nature and explore ancient woodlands, discover wild animals and take some time out to tackle a few of the activities on your list of ‘50 things to do before you're 11¾’. Whether you’re searching for six-legged critters on a bug hunt or building a den, the woodland at Allen Banks is the perfect place for family fun.

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Allen Banks and Staward Gorge map 

Take a look at the map of Allen Banks and Staward Gorge to help plan your visit.

Exploring the Potager Garden in late summer at Trerice, Cornwall

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