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FAMILY IS... A NEW HOME AT BOWES MANOR

Bowes Manor is a luxury development of 48 new homes in Burnopfield, with a collection of two bedroom bungalows, three bedroom terraced and semi-detached homes, and four and five bedroom detached homes. Take a virtual tour through our interactive site plan here.

Located in an attractive countryside setting, close to Hobson Golf Club, Lintz Cricket Club and Burnopfield Cricket Club, this highly desirable area is just 9 miles from the centre of Newcastle.

The village of Burnopfield benefits from local amenities including convenience stores, takeaways, doctors and a dentist. For the ultimate shopping and dining experience, the UK's original 'mega-mall' Metrocentre is just over 5 miles away. It's one of the largest indoor shopping centres in the UK, offers an abundance of exciting shops and restaurants, as well as a bowling alley and adventure golf. 

Just over two miles from the development you'll find Gibside Estate, one of a few surviving 18th century designed landscapes that was fashioned with two things in mind; spectacular views and wow moments. With 600 acres of gardens, woodland and countryside it's perfect for walks, wildlife spotting and days out with the family.

Bowes Manor is ideally located for commuters with the A1(M) close by, a local bus route connecting Gateshead and Newcastle, and the main East Coast train line at Newcastle Central Station linking routes further afield. Burnopfield is also well served by a good mix of local primary and secondary schools, many of which are highly rated by OFSTED. 

At Robertson Homes, you’ll discover homes expertly built, with elegant designs and clever layouts, to maximise space and natural light. Enjoy the open plan living spaces Robertson is famed for as well as our signature garden rooms.

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Key Information

  • Visit our Mackintosh show home!
  • Have your home built by an award-winning site manager
  • An exclusive development of 48 luxury 2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom homes
  • Desirable location in an attractive setting, close to Hobson Golf Club, Lintz Cricket Club and Burnopfield Cricket Club
  • Just 9 miles from the centre of Newcastle and 13 miles from Durham
  • Great transport links and close to the A1(M) with easy access to Newcastle, Gateshead and Durham
  • Good local amenities and just over 5 miles from Metrocentre
  • Excellent primary and secondary schools
  • Signature garden rooms with cathedral style windows and vaulted ceiling

DEVELOPMENT PLAN

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ENERGY EFFICIENT HOMES SAVING YOU OVER £3,100** A YEAR

**Information source: Home Builder’s Federation’s (HBF) ‘Watt a Save’ report.

LOCATION AND LOCAL AREA

LIFE IN BURNOPFIELD

Bowes Manor is set within Burnopfield, a stunning rural setting just 9 miles from the centre of Newcastle and 13 miles from Durham. Local amenities include a post office, hairdressers, barbers, dentist, doctors and a choice of takeaways and convenience stores.

There's a great choice of primary and secondary schools close to the development, many highly rated by OFSTED. You'll find further education options at Gateshead College and Newcastle College within 10 miles, and the four regional universities Newcastle, Northumbria, Durham and Sunderland are easily commutable.

Bowes Manor has excellent transport links with easy access to Newcastle and Durham via the A1(M). There's also a direct local bus route connecting to the Metrocentre, Gateshead and Newcastle. These bus routes also provide direct links to the Metro train line. Newcastle Central Station provides regular rail services to all parts of the region and beyond including Durham, Darlington, York, Leeds, London and Edinburgh, while Newcastle International Airport is within 12 miles of Burnopfield.

LOCAL HISTORY

The village is situated on a plateau, 565ft above sea level and is adjacent to the Derwent Valley. Historically the village was a combination of three hamlets namely Burnopfield which incorporated Sheep Hill, Busty Bank and Raglan Place, The Leazes and The Lintz. Over time these have combined to become one village named Burnopfield.

Gibside Estate, found just over two miles from the development, is one of a few surviving 18th century designed landscapes within 600 acres of gardens, woodland, and countryside, perfect for wildlife spotting. Highlights include a Neo-classical chapel, restored stable block and a grand ruin. As Gibside is part of the National Trust, all members benefit from free entry throughout the year.

Just a few miles away, experience a part of history and enjoy a ride on the world's oldest railway, Tanfield Railway, a preserved steam train built in 1725. Take a six-mile round trip through the spectacular wooded valley.

SPORT AND LEISURE

Not only is Gibside Estate famous for its history but it's also a great day out for the family with four different walking routes to choose from. There's a challenging low-ropes course and a children's adventure playground full of swings, a zip wire, a wooden fortress, sand and water!

For sporting enthusiasts, Burnopfield is home to Hobson Golf Club, Lintz Cricket Club and Burnopfield Cricket Club. The Golf Club offers an 18-hole course suitable for players of all abilities while the Club House has two bars to enjoy food and drinks while admiring the fantastic views across the course. Burnopfield Cricket Club welcomes new players of all ages and abilities and has junior and senior teams who compete in leagues throughout the North East.

Beamish, the Living Museum of the North is just over 5 miles away. Explore this world-famous open-air museum as you learn the story of everyday life in the North East throughout the years.

Head to the Metrocentre for some retail therapy. It's just over 5 miles from the development and is one of the largest indoor shopping centres in the UK with a huge variety of shops, restaurants and leisure amenities including a cinema complex and bowling alley.

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