Allen Banks and Staward Gorge
Allen Banks and Staward Gorge is a garden, park & outdoor in Northumberland, England. Entry is free. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.
| Price | Free entry Checked on the National Trust page: no entry fee; parking charged (members free). |
|---|---|
| Opening times | Countryside dawn to dusk; can close in bad weather. |
| Best time to go | Dry days; paths are steep and uneven. |
| School holiday tip | Early July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening. |
| Best ages | All ages Steps, steep and uneven paths; not suitable for pushchairs. |
| If it rains | Outdoor: pick dry days |
| Parking | Car park (JustPark app or machines), with grass overflow. Main toilet block closed until further notice. (£3 for 4 hours, £5 all day) |
| Money saver | Free or low-cost; parking is the main cost; take a picnic. |
| Top tips | National Trust gorge walks with a suspension bridge; best for walkers over about 5, not pushchairs. |
| What to pack | Wellies, waterproofs, picnic, bug spray, sun cream |
Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source
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