In the district of Tynedale in Northumberland, thirty-one miles northwest of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, lies the small village of Otterburn on the banks of the river Rede near the confluence of the Otter Burn from which its name is derived. A cousin of William the Conqueror founded Otterburn Tower, a Northumbrian country house, in 1086. Only sixteen miles from the Scottish border, Otterburn played its part in the border raids, the most famous of which was a major battle, in 1388, between the English and Scots armies. According to the Scots the battle took place on August 5th although the English insist it was the 19th but whichever the date, both agree it was a victory for the Scots. Fought mostly by moonlight, the Scot leader James Douglas, making a move against Newcastle, was killed. English troops were led by Harry Hotspur, Sir Henry Percy son of the Earl of Northumberland, who was taken captive. Instead of waiting for re-inforcements from the Bishop of Durham, he went hastily into battle, which is the subject of two ballads, the Scot version entitled Otterburn and the English Chevy Chase. Otterburn today is a popular village with tourists and those interested in the history of the area as well as a commuter base for workers in Newcastle and Tyneside.
Caravan Park
Cottage
Chicken Coop View cottage
Farmhouse Cottage at Elishaw Farm Cottages
Pub and Bar
School
Shops
Otterburn Mill
Havens Organics
Activities
Redesdale Riding & Centre(Riding)
Otterburn Sporting Clays(Shooting)
Places to Stay near Otterburn
Percy Arms Hotel (0.18 miles)
In the midst of a wild and romantic landscape, the Percy Arms Hotel stands on the edge of the Northumberland Moors and offers luxury and comfort in a genuine 'get ... More
Otterburn Tower (0.21 miles)
The Otterburn Tower is truly distinctive. A fortified Northumbrian country house, built by a cousin of William the Conqueror in 1076, it attractively combines almost a thousand years of history with all the facilities required ... More | visit website
Otterburn Hall Hotel (0.65 miles)
Situated in the heart of Northumberland, in an area of natural beauty with the village of Otterburn, a short stroll away. This luxury 4 star Country House hotel is the only hotel in the Northumbria ... More | visit website
Redesdale Arms Hotel (3.33 miles)
Situated in the beautiful Northumberland National Park we are perfectly located for a relaxing break or a touring exploration of what the North East has to offer. We offer bed and breakfast or full ... More | visit website
Bay Horse Inn (3.97 miles)
Brandy Bank House (4.43 miles)
Our rooms are spacious and each is individually designed and tastefully decorated.
Whether the purpose of your visit is to explore the ... More | visit website
The Gun Inn (5.66 miles)
Holly Bush Inn (6.64 miles)
Riverdale Hall Hotel (6.90 miles)
Riverdale Hall is Northumberland's premier country house hotel, providing extensive sporting and leisure facilities. With an award winning restaurant, swimming pool, sauna, cricket field and salmon river in its own ... More
Ray Demesne (6.98 miles)
Sweethope Crofts are a pair of Northumbrian stone cottages right at the edge of Sweethope Lough, justifiably famous for its trout and fly fishing, on Viscount Devonport's magnificent Ray Demesne estate. The estate borders both ... More
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