Scots Gap is a small village in Northumberland, United Kingdom.
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Map of Scots' Gap, Morpeth, UK
Population
Scots Gap has approximately 70 private residential dwellings, the oldest dating from the mid 1800s and the latest pair being under construction in 2016. Private residences in the village are dominated by West Grange Hall and estate, covering some 35 acres across the north-east corner of the village.
Agricultural mart
The village is best known for the agricultural mart which holds weekly sales of cattle and less frequent sheep and antique goods sales. The mart is operated by the Hexham and Northern Mart Company and the facility is the largest built structure in the village. The agricultural mart is believed to have been the primary driver behind the opening of the Scots Gap railway station in the 19th century.
Facilities
In addition to West Grange Hall and the agricultural mart, the village offers: