Northumberland justice & public safety directory

Q: How do I contact the police in Northumberland?

In an emergency always call 999. For non-emergencies call 101 or contact Northumbria Police at https://beta.northumbria.police.uk.

Q: Where is the nearest court in Northumberland?

Newcastle upon Tyne Crown Court is the nearest, about 40.4 km away. See the full list of nearby courts above.

Q: How can I get legal aid in Northumberland?

Many of the solicitors listed above are legal-aid providers. Contact a firm directly to check eligibility, or browse all solicitors for more options.

Q: How do I visit someone in prison near Northumberland?

Northumberland is the nearest prison (about 29.6 km away). Visits must usually be booked in advance — see the prison page for details.

Your central source for justice and public-safety services in Northumberland. Find local police, courts, custody centres, prisons and legal help — in one place.

1Police Force

5Courts

4Custody Centres

1Prison

8+Legal Providers

County in North East, England & Wales Population: 331k+

Nearest Police Force

Northumbria Police

Primary Force

Headquarters: Middle Engine Lane, Wallsend, NE28 9NT

Northumbria Police is the territorial police force responsible for policing the areas of Northumberland and Tyne and Wear in North East England.

Website:https://beta.northumbria.police.uk

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Nearest Courts

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Newcastle upon Tyne Crown Court

40.4 miles away

Crown Court

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Durham Crown Court

58.5 miles away

Crown Court

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Carlisle Crown Court

64.7 miles away

Crown Court

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Teesside Crown Court

89 miles away

Crown Court

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Lancaster Crown Court

137.2 miles away

Crown Court

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Nearest Custody Centres

Morpeth Police Station Austin House, Sanderson Arcade, Morpeth, NE61 1TA

25.2 mi

Hexham Police Station Shaftoe Street, Hexham, NE46 3DG

26.5 mi

Northumbria Headquarters Ponteland, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE20 0BL

30 mi

Prudhoe Police Station Front Street, Prudhoe, NE42 5DB

31.1 mi

Nearest Prison

Northumberland

29.6 miles away

HMP Northumberland, Wansbeck Road, Acklington, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 9XG

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Legal Solicitors & Legal Help in Northumberland

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MATTERSMITH LIMITED

Solicitor

Commercial / Corporate Work for Listed CompaniesCommercial / Corporate Work for Non-Listed Companies and Other

Morpeth

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R A W Clark LLP

Solicitor

Probate and Estate AdministrationProperty - ResidentialWills, Trusts and Tax Planning

Morpeth

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DAVID AULD & CO

Legal Aid Provider

FamilyMental HealthProbate and Estate Administration+7

MORPETH

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Alderson Law LLP

Legal Aid Provider

FamilyWills, Trusts and Tax PlanningLandlord and Tenant (Commercial and Domestic)+4

MORPETH

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OLDGATE TRUSTEES LIMITED

Solicitor

Wills, Trusts and Tax PlanningProperty - CommercialCommercial / Corporate Work for Non-Listed Companies and Other+1

Morpeth

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CORNERSTONE LAW LIMITED

Solicitor

Commercial / Corporate Work for Non-Listed Companies and OtherLandlord and Tenant (Commercial and Domestic)Litigation - Other+1

Riding Mill

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MARSTON HARBOTTLE

Legal Aid Provider

FamilyWills, Trusts and Tax PlanningProperty - Residential+1

HEXHAM

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WILLIAMSONS CRAIG LLP

Solicitor

Probate and Estate AdministrationProperty - ResidentialWills, Trusts and Tax Planning+1

HEXHAM

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About Northumberland

Northumberland is a county in England. This directory connects you to local justice services including police, courts, custody centres, prisons and trusted legal professionals.

Local police, courts & legal help in one place
Access to legal-aid & private solicitors
Transparent, independent & community focused

County at a glance

Area5,020 sq km
Population331,420
Police ForceNorthumbria Police
Court Locations5 nearby
Prisons1 nearby

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Frequently asked questions

How do I contact the police in Northumberland?

Where is the nearest court in Northumberland?

How can I get legal aid in Northumberland?

How do I visit someone in prison near Northumberland?