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Ashington is situated in the county of Northumberland in north-east England. There is currently debate as to whether it should be described as a town or village but if the latter were the case it would be the largest village in England.
During the 1840’s, when the Duke of Portland built houses to encourage workers escaping from the potato famine to come and work at the local collieries he was founding, Ashington grew from a small hamlet into a successful small mining town and during the peak coal mining period it was considered by many to be the “world’s largest coal-mining village”.
When deep pit coal mining declined during the 1980’s and 1990’s, the collieries closed one by one until just the Ellington colliery remained. That in turn, closed in 2005 but in 2006, limestone was discovered locally and plans have been put forward for an open-cast mine on the outskirts of the town although it has been objected to by many.
During the 1930’s, several of Ashington’s miners took up painting in their spare time and began producing work to sell at local markets in an attempt to supplement their poor wages. They became known as the Pitmen Painters, achieving unexpected success and acceptance from the art community and were given prestigious gallery exhibitions. Their works were re-discovered during the 1970’s as ‘workers’ art’ and exhibited internationally.
Attraction
Northumberland Museum and Archives
Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Country Park
Wansbeck Riverside Park
Woodhorn Colliery Museum and Woodhorn Narrow Gauge Railway
Budget
Premier Inn Ashington *book online*
Care Home
Station Court
Woodhorn Park
Council
Wansbeck District Council
Estate Agent
Mike Rogerson Estate Agents
Moon A S
Northumberland Property
Pattinson Keith Ltd
Rickard W & Son
Stewart Ken
Holiday Park
Sandy Bay Holiday Park
Inn
Black Diamond Inn
Pub and Bar
Block & Tackle
Elephant
Taxi
A1 Private Hire
A1 Taxis
Abcabs
Collier Taxis
Delta Taxis
Friberg Stan
JR Private Hire
Rogers Taxis
Towart Taxis
Venue
Northumberland Museum and Archives
Shops
Shades of Green Garden Centre Ltd
Tudor Dolls Houses
DB Studios
H Samuel
Rowlands Pharmacy
Holistic Harmony
Crazy Crafters
Places to Stay near Ashington
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Black Diamond Inn
(0.28 miles)
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Premier Inn Ashington
(1.37 miles)
A wonderful lakeside location overlooking both lake and park, where fishing, walking and cycling are very popular. Within minutes of the coast and just 45 minutes drive to the beautiful coast of Northumberland.
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Tahfay House
(2.06 miles)
A Stone Built Victorian Town House with 5 Bedrooms sleeps 10 comfortably Centrally located for Newcastle, and the Northumbrian Coast. An ideal base for exploring the delights of the North East. Easy Access to Berwick, ...
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The Captains Lodge
(2.20 miles)
Newbiggin by the Sea is a great place to base yourself whilst discovering the delights of Northumberland and the Borders. The Captain's Lodge enjoys a glorious position with superb views over Newbiggin Bay and Church ...
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The Swan
(2.64 miles)
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The Swan at Choppington is a quality assessed 3 star Inn offering great food, excellent service and comfortable en suite accommodation from a family with over 35 years experience in ... more
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The Plough Inn
(2.93 miles)
PLOUGH INN at Ellington! It retains all of its charm & warmth of welcome for both the regular and the visitor! Situated on the charming village main street it has position, and class, also plenty ...
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Barnacre
(3.38 miles)
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Barnacre is situated in the centre of Longhirst conservation village, within easy walking distance of Longhirst Hall and conference centre. We offer ensuite rooms, family rooms, and family suites, pets ... more
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Longhirst Hall
(3.49 miles)
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Located in rural Northumberland, Longhirst - a member of Classic British Hotels, offers 77 en suite bedrooms, fitness room, two golf courses, woodland trails, two bars and the Boyson Restaurant ... more
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Micklewood Park
(3.61 miles)
A recently updated development of self catering holiday homes & cottages. The homes are set in the grounds of Longhirst Hall within Northumberland. ...
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Carriage House
(4.13 miles)
The Carriage House is a five star holiday cottage with high quality furnishings and comfort. It has been designed to provide every thing you need to make your holiday as enjoyable and easy as ...
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