Carlisle Park, Morpeth

Historic market town centre park bounded on the north by the River Wansbeck. Some formal areas give way to the south to steep sided wooded approaches to the castle site and remaining gatehouse, with intervening stream valley. Many paths are wide and hard surfaced, level by the river but steeper to the south with long flights of steps as alternative climbs.

The park contains a play area and features the William Turner - Father of English Botany - memorial garden.
Statue to suffragette Emily Wilding Davison near the Main Entrance.

Toilets (Seasonal). New Pavilion Cafe (Wednesday to Sunday)

Railway Station 10 minutes walk. Bus Station 10 minutes walk. Many buses stop adjacent to the park entrance (Castle Square) 

Markers renewed 23/10/23 at original sites with the exception of #16 which has been relocated.

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Region: North East
Nearest Town: Morpeth
Postcode: NE61 1YD
Carpark: NE61 1YD
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Other Things to do in the Area

Shopping - a good mix of independent and high street brand retailers.

Ancient Chantry - craft centre and bagpipe museum..

Leisure Centre and pool.

Range of coffee shops and restaurants.

Boat hire is possible on the river in high season.

Children's Play area in the park.

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