The Haltwhistle Partnership, in tandem with the Northumberland County Council, has introduced a scheme which has seen 11 business properties in Haltwhistle benefit from a return to more traditional shopfronts. The £225,000 scheme has been introduced to encourage retailers and businesses in the town to take more they pride in their shopfront appearances.

The £225,000 scheme, funded by local authorities, was part of a three-year programme under the “Market Town Welcome Project” which is looking to revitalise and enhance the town centre of Haltwhistle. There are many other elements to the project which has also seen the installation of a bronze Centre of Britain feature in Haltwhistle, a subject which has attracted more than its fair share of controversy over the last few years. However, the Haltwhistle Partnership and the local authorities are more than keen to make the most of the town’s position in this particular argument.

While many of the rural towns and villages in the North of England continue to struggle, especially against the current economic backdrop, it is good to see a local authority in tandem with the Haltwhistle Partnership looking to invest directly into local businesses. The developments have been well received by people across the town and the region and there is no doubt that it is already making a significant difference to not only the appearance of business outlets in Haltwhistle but also the level of business conducted in the region.

It will be interesting to see what other developments and projects emerge as part of the ongoing development of Haltwhistle town centre as there is no doubt that there is significant potential for further growth.

Many people prefer to stay in cottages when looking to take in the countryside which is why the number of Northumbria cottages has grown in size over the last few years. Whether you’re looking to take in areas such as Haltwhistle, Kielder, Newcastle upon Tyne, Rothbury, Seahouses, Holy Island, Dunston, the borders or any other area of Northumbria there is almost certainly be a cottage waiting for you.
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There are many Haltwhistle hotels available for tourist looking to take in the many attractions in and around the Haltwhistle area. Whether you’re looking to take on the Hadrian’s Wall walk, looking for some quiet countryside for a weekend break or perhaps passing through the region and looking to stop off for the night then look no further.
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As tourists continue to travel in great numbers to Haltwhistle and the surrounding area, the Haltwhistle B&B market has grown significantly over the years. There are now many Haltwhistle Bed & Breakfast establishments offering the opportunity to either stay central to Haltwhistle, or one of the surrounding villages or towns, or else sample a bed-and-breakfast deep in the heart of Roman Wall country.
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There are different places to eat in Haltwhistle and the surrounding areas so whether you’re looking for a country pub, an entertainment venue or perhaps local hotels and bed and breakfast establishments you will not be disappointed. As well as the pubs and clubs within the centre of Haltwhistle there are many smaller villages in the surrounding area which offer pub grub and restaurant services at a price you can afford.
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Pubs in Haltwhistle are becoming busier as the number of tourists flocking to the region continues to rise year on year. Thankfully the town is blessed with a number of different styles and different types of public house offering different styles of food and a different range of beverages. We have the Manor house, the Black Bull, the Haltwhistle working men’s club and many more pubs and clubs in and around the town.
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The tourist industry in and around Haltwhistle has led to a massive increase in the search for cottages Northumberland which is bringing more and more money to the area. Areas such as Melkridge, Bardon Mill, Henshaw, Gilsland, Greenhead as well as Corbridge, Prudhoe, Hexham, Riding Mill and other such villages and towns in the area are also prospering.
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There are a growing number of bed and breakfast Haltwhistle venues as tourist numbers continue to rise and interest in the region looks to spread beyond the UK. It is the mixture of beautiful scenery, Hadrian’s Wall and the local vibrant community which seems to be bringing more and more people to the region for walking holidays, traditional holidays and resettling in the north of England.
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There is uproar in the town of Haltwhistle after news that Sainsbury’s has introduced restrictions on the use of the car park adjoining the store. Despite the fact there would appear to be an agreement in place with the Haltwhistle town Council which effectively allows residents to use the car park free of charge for as long as they want, Sainsbury’s has introduced a three-hour maximum parking period although only the first hour is free.
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Like so many other towns and villages around the Northumberland region the make-up of Haltwhistle businesses has changed dramatically over the years although the old Main Street has managed to maintain its original character and look. Haltwhistle businesses include newsagents, supermarkets, banks, pubs and clubs, hairdressers, general retail outlets, insurance companies and petrol stations to name but a few.
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