Scots Gap village has a population of 125 and is located 11 miles to the west of Morpeth on the B6343. The village, situated in the upper Wansbeck valley, is characterised by the employment uses located in the village - the auction mart, two haulage firms and the National Trust offices. The main employer is the auction mart, which lies in the southern part of the village, adjacent to the now disused Wannie Railway Line. Click here for map.

Village facilities include a shop, chapel, playing fields and garage. A regular bus service operates to Morpeth.