Christon Bank

Settlement in Northumberland

England

Christon Bank

Fallodon Avenue (1) Fallodon Hall - seat of the Grey family - is a private residence, but the mile-long avenue from the West Lodge is a public footpath. — Fallodon Avenue (1) Credit: Stephen Craven

Christon Bank is a small village located in the county of Northumberland, England. Situated approximately 5 miles south of the historic market town of Alnwick, Christon Bank is part of the civil parish of Embleton.

The village itself is nestled amidst the beautiful Northumberland countryside, offering residents and visitors a picturesque setting with stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The area is known for its rolling hills, farmland, and proximity to the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Christon Bank is a relatively quiet and close-knit community, with a small population. The village is home to a number of residential properties, ranging from traditional stone cottages to modern houses. Many of the buildings in the area have a distinct character, adding to the village's charm.

The village has a few local amenities to serve its residents, including a small convenience store, a post office, and a pub. It also benefits from a primary school, providing education for children in the local area. For additional amenities and services, residents can easily access nearby towns such as Alnwick, which offers a wider range of facilities including supermarkets, shops, and healthcare services.

Christon Bank is well-positioned for those who enjoy outdoor activities, with easy access to nature reserves, walking trails, and the stunning Northumberland coastline. The village is also conveniently located near major road networks, making it accessible for commuters and visitors alike.

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Christon Bank Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.500764/-1.6647721 or Grid Reference NU2123. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fallodon Avenue (1)

Fallodon Hall - seat of the Grey family - is a private residence, but the mile-long avenue from the West Lodge is a public footpath.

Stephen Craven

Fallodon Avenue (2)

Fallodon Hall - seat of the Grey family - is a private residence, but the mile-long avenue from the West Lodge is a public footpath. The road appears to have been deliberately set out to bend gently left and right within the belt of trees forming the avenue, perhaps to bring a sense of exploration rather than having a long straight vista.

Stephen Craven

Field margin, Fallodon Mill

Ripening crops near Fallodon Mill, Northumbria.

Lisa Jarvis

Embleton - village limits

On the B1339 Stamford road

Bob Embleton

Blink Bonny Pub at Christon Bank

East Coast line runs through this Northumbrian village, a level crossing is just after the pub.

Lisa Jarvis

North Farm

Keith Allison

The Holy Trinity

Nine and a half miles from Seahouses at Embleton.

Darren Haddock

B1339

Heading North of North Farm from Embleton.

Darren Haddock

The Holy Trinity from the North

View from the North at Embleton.

Darren Haddock

Houses at Embleton

Viewed from the public footpath to Rock.

Walter Baxter

The East Coast Line

Viewed from the public footpath crossing to Christon Bank Farm.

Walter Baxter

Embleton Burn at Prickley Bridge

Walter Baxter

Public footpath crossing on the East Coast Line

This public footpath crosses the main East Coast Railway near Christon Bank Farm, with stiles and warning signs either side of the line.

Walter Baxter

Public footpath to Embleton

At the start point just south of Christon Bank.

Walter Baxter

Cote at Embleton

A brick built cote on the very edge of the square, in a field by the road to Christon Bank.

Walter Baxter

The Greys Inn, Embleton

One of three pubs in the village of Embleton.

Dave Dunford

Sportsman Inn, Embleton

One of three pubs in the village, the Sportsman provides comfortable accommodation and an upmarket restaurant, at a price. We stayed here while walking the Inn Way to Northumberland. Just as we were about to order breakfast, the fire alarm went off; we assumed it was a false alarm until the manager arrived wearing only a bath towel and asked us all to leave the hotel. It turned out his shower unit had caught fire. Although he had put the fire out, we had to wait on the terrace until the fire brigade arrived to declare the building safe to re-enter. Recommended nonetheless! In the background is Dunstanburgh Castle (NU2521).

Dave Dunford