This locality encompasses the old mining villages of the local coal fields, as well as the historic, market town of Morpeth. Many buildings around the town date from the medieval period, and the Old Chantry is home to an unusual museum on bagpipes and the local tourist information office. The locality also has a diverse bunch of famous sons, including the celebrated landscaper Capability Brown, and footballing heroes Jack & Bobby Charlton.
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Suburbs and towns covered by this travel guide to Morpeth (Northumberland Tyne & Wear) include Ashington, Bedlington, Blyth, Choppington, Morpeth, Newbiggin By The Sea, Newbiggin-By-The-Sea, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Ponteland, and more.

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