The web is packed with some really useful public transport related information, advice and resources. Below we have sought to highlight just a few websites which you may wish to check out if you don’t find the information you need within this website.
Northumberland County Council
Northumberland Council have a set of web pages dedicated to providing information on buses and other forms of transport in the region which may be helpful. You can find links to timetables, ticket information, service updates and more.
Go Smarter
Northumberland County Council promotes sustainable transport under the Go Smarter banner. Go Smarter encourages people across Northumberland to explore and use sustainable modes of transport – walking, cycling, public transport and car sharing – when travelling to work and school; making journeys greener, cheaper and healthier.
Arriva North East
The Arriva website provides detailed information on local timetables, service updates, ticket options, ways to pay and much more!
Station Information
Alnmouth station is the closest train station to Willowburn Park, is managed by Northern Rail. There’s a ticket office, ticket machines and cycle storage available there, as well as a car park open 24 hours. View more detailed station information by following the link below.
Live Departures
To view live departures from Alnmouth station, including up to date information on any disruptions or changes that may affect your journey, follow the link below.
National Rail Travel Tools
National Rail Enquiries offer a number of tools to help you with your train travel information needs whilst you’re on the move. Alerts can be set up to provide you with text, email, app or Messenger notifications when your train is delayed or cancelled. TrainTracker offers live arrival / departure, timetable and fares information over the phone with no wait time.
To find out more about these tools and the other tools available, follow the link below.
Travelling by Train with a Bike
National Rail have a free resource tool, PlusBike, with all the information you need to plan a seamless journey when you take the train and you plan to cycle along the way. You can access information on facilities at the station including cycle parking spaces, cycle hire scheme and information about taking your bike on a train.