Built-up area in Northumberland, England
| Coordinates: | 55.314, -1.955 |
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| OS grid ref: | NU 02 02 |
| Population: | 458 |
| Dialling code: | 01669 (Rothbury) |
Thropton is a small village in Northumberland, England, tucked into the green valley of Coquetdale beside the River Coquet. It sits under the shadow of the rocky Simonside Hills and is close to the market town of Rothbury, making it a quiet gateway for walkers and anyone exploring the Northumbrian uplands.
The village retains a largely agricultural character with hill‑farming still important to the local economy, but tourism and outdoor recreation are significant too; visitors are drawn by walking, birdwatching and the rugged local scenery. Social life centres on a village pub and small community amenities, and many of the houses and lanes reflect the area's stone‑built, historic feel, giving Thropton a close‑knit, rural charm.