Ash Haugh Nook

Wood, Forest in Northumberland

England

Ash Haugh Nook

Timber stacks from adjacent clear felling Beside the track to Rushy Knowe.
Timber stacks from adjacent clear felling Credit: Russel Wills

Ash Haugh Nook is a charming woodland area located in Northumberland, England. Covering an area of approximately 10 acres, this peaceful nook is nestled within the picturesque countryside, offering a serene escape for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers.

The woodland is predominantly made up of ash trees, hence its name, which provide a dense canopy of foliage, creating a cool and shaded environment. The varied topography of the area includes gentle slopes, small dells, and meandering trails, adding to its natural beauty.

Ash Haugh Nook is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for wildlife. Visitors may spot a plethora of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. The forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, providing a vibrant and enchanting atmosphere.

The woodland is equipped with a network of well-maintained walking paths, allowing visitors to explore the area at their leisure. These trails wind through the trees, offering glimpses of the surrounding countryside and providing opportunities to spot wildlife along the way. The peaceful ambiance and tranquil surroundings make Ash Haugh Nook an ideal spot for relaxing walks, picnics, and nature photography.

Located in close proximity to other natural attractions, such as rivers and open fields, Ash Haugh Nook offers a delightful combination of woodland beauty and scenic vistas. Whether one seeks solace in nature or wishes to engage in outdoor activities, this woodland retreat is sure to captivate visitors with its serene atmosphere and undeniable allure.

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Ash Haugh Nook Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.136521/-2.3880785 or Grid Reference NY7582. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Timber stacks from adjacent clear felling Beside the track to Rushy Knowe.
Timber stacks from adjacent clear felling
Beside the track to Rushy Knowe.
The ugly remnants of clear felling Near Roughside bothy.
Where the timber goes: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7016260" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7016260">Link</a>
The ugly remnants of clear felling
Near Roughside bothy. Where the timber goes: Link
Roughside Bothy Approached through a 'tunnel' through the trees, to its secluded isolation. Soon perhaps to be exposed as more forest is clear felled.
Roughside Bothy
Approached through a 'tunnel' through the trees, to its secluded isolation. Soon perhaps to be exposed as more forest is clear felled.
Track from the bothy Through the trees, over the footbridge and up to the roadend beside the clear felled forest.
Track from the bothy
Through the trees, over the footbridge and up to the roadend beside the clear felled forest.
Track up to the bothy Soon to be clear felled?
Track up to the bothy
Soon to be clear felled?
Moss encrusted dry stone wall Beside the path to the bothy.
Moss encrusted dry stone wall
Beside the path to the bothy.
The end of the public road You are entering forestry territory!
Roughside bothy is down the track on the right.
The end of the public road
You are entering forestry territory! Roughside bothy is down the track on the right.
Gallow Law Viewed from the road end.
Gallow Law
Viewed from the road end.
Stream near Whitchester farm Flowing off Whitchester Moor.
Stream near Whitchester farm
Flowing off Whitchester Moor.
Gate on public road At The Bower.
Gate on public road
At The Bower.
Looking down the valley of Chirdon Burn The Bower is the group of house and cottage. The Bower forest is on the left.
Looking down the valley of Chirdon Burn
The Bower is the group of house and cottage. The Bower forest is on the left.
Chirdon Burn Between Cadger Ford and Dally Castle.
Chirdon Burn
Between Cadger Ford and Dally Castle.
Substantial bridge over Chirdon Burn At Cadger Ford.  The ford has been superseded!
Carries the track to Whitchester and New Chirdon.
Substantial bridge over Chirdon Burn
At Cadger Ford. The ford has been superseded! Carries the track to Whitchester and New Chirdon.
Looking into Andrew's Cleugh A cleugh is Scots for a narrow gorge or chasm with high rocky sides.
This one seemed a haven for wildlife with birds enjoying the berries.
Bower wood on the horizon.
Looking into Andrew's Cleugh
A cleugh is Scots for a narrow gorge or chasm with high rocky sides. This one seemed a haven for wildlife with birds enjoying the berries. Bower wood on the horizon.
A wiggly wall Approaching Whitchester.
A wiggly wall
Approaching Whitchester.
Cattle on Whitchester Moor With a stream running beside the fence.
Cattle on Whitchester Moor
With a stream running beside the fence.
Log piles in Wark Forest
Log piles in Wark Forest
Forest track near Cairnglastenhope
Forest track near Cairnglastenhope
Show me another place!

Ash Haugh Nook is located at Grid Ref: NY7582 (Lat: 55.136521, Lng: -2.3880785)

Unitary Authority: Northumberland

Police Authority: Northumbria

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