It's a fond childhood memory of mine. On paper it is a nature park with a slow river that you can swim in, but in reality it is so much more than that. It has the classic swing rope and a little bbq area, and a beautiful forest trail to explore while drying off. Also a farm nearby and another lake that kids can swim in. Photos don't do it justice!
River Allen, Near Beltingham, 16k from Hexham, NY7962
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Sycamore Gap on Hadrian's Wall is the perfect place for a romantic proposal. If you're looking for that special place to pop the question or just a romantic location to spend with your valentine then this is the place. The Romans were a romantic bunch, they celebrated romance long before us with the festival of Lupercalia which was celebrated on 15 February. There are some lovely hotels in the area too if you want to make a trip into a romantic stay. www.hadrians-wall.org.
Hadrian's Wall spans the north of England. Sycamore Gap is situated in Northumberland near Housesteads Roman Fort, around 12 miles from Hexham.
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