It's feeding time at the zoo! If you want to be reminded of some of the great animals our world is home to, you might want to pay a trip to Kirkley Hall Zoological Gardens, located 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from central Ponteland. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you have fun at Kirkley Hall Zoological Gardens, you'll love Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens and Whitehouse Farm Centre, both located nearby.