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Places to stay in Allendale
Set in the stunning countryside and moorland of the Allen Valleys, Allendale is a pretty stone-built village with an eclectic range of shops and attractions. It has its own brewery, tea rooms and art cafe and in 2007 it was named Calor Village of the Year for All England. The award recognised a vibrant village community that makes the best of local opportunities to maintain and enhance the quality of life for all residents. Why not stay in an Allendale Bed and Breakfast to get that local, professional, and personal touch to your stay. The distinctive chimneys that are such a feature of the local skyline provide a strong reminder of the area’s lead mining past.The town is famous for its New Year celebration where lighted tar barrels are carried on the heads of revellers called "guisers". There are a range of other events throughout the year, with well established beer and music festivals and a new flower festival. Allendale is a gateway to the Allen Valleys and the North Pennines, a countryside full of contrasts from the sometimes bleak upland heather moorlands to the deep wooded dales where red squirrels can often be seen. There are a range of walking routes in the area.
