Holystone Wood

Visitor information

You won't find a more atmospheric and tranquil woodland than Holystone Wood

Holystone is tucked away in a quiet corner of Coquetdale. The peace and tranquillity of the area attracted a religious order that built a nunnery here in the twelfth century, around which Holystone village grew.

The nunnery has long gone, but the tranquil surroundings remain, offering beautiful walks.

There are waterfalls, crags and plenty of aged broadleaved woodlands which are a delight to walk in at any time of year.

Mountain biking and horse riding are welcome in this wood.

Nearby Holystone Common is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) jointly managed for conservation purposes by Forestry England and Northumberland Wildlife Trust and lies within Northumberland National Park.

At a glance

Forest fire risk - Never light a BBQ, campfire or stove in the forest.
Mountain biking and horse riding are welcome
16/05/2022 12:42
Forest access closure information
16/05/2022 12:43

Things to do

Lady's Well walk at Holystone Wood

This is a short route which leads you to the National Trust landmark where St Paulinus supposedly baptised 3000 Northumbrians during Easter week, AD 627.

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Picnics at Holystone Wood

Enjoy a tasty treat in the forest at Holystone Wood. Just bring along good food and company!

To prevent forest fires and reduce waste, please do not bring any barbecues into our...

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