Wellington Howe Plantation

Wood, Forest in Northumberland

England

Wellington Howe Plantation

The approach to Harbottle Castle From the neat drystone walled car park. — The approach to Harbottle Castle Credit: Russel Wills

Wellington Howe Plantation, located in Northumberland County, Virginia, is a historic plantation that encompasses acres of beautiful woodlands and forests. This idyllic property showcases the natural beauty of the region and provides a glimpse into the area's rich history.

The plantation takes its name from Wellington Howe, an early settler who acquired the land in the 18th century. The property has been passed down through generations and has remained in the Howe family for over two centuries. Today, it serves as a private estate, offering a peaceful retreat for its owners.

The plantation is characterized by its expansive forests, which are a mix of hardwood and pine trees. These wooded areas provide habitat for a diverse array of wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. The tranquil atmosphere lends itself to leisurely walks and hikes, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural surroundings.

In addition to the forests, Wellington Howe Plantation features well-maintained gardens and manicured lawns. These areas provide a picturesque setting for outdoor events and gatherings. The plantation also includes a historic manor house, which has been meticulously preserved and showcases the architectural style of the era.

Overall, Wellington Howe Plantation in Northumberland County offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its lush forests, beautiful gardens, and historical significance make it a truly remarkable destination for those seeking natural beauty and a glimpse into the region's past.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.349453/-2.0975539 or Grid Reference NT9306. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The approach to Harbottle Castle From the neat drystone walled car park.

The approach to Harbottle Castle

From the neat drystone walled car park.

Harbottle Castle Ramparts around the outer bailey.

Harbottle Castle

Ramparts around the outer bailey.

Harbottle Castle - the ruined gateway Looking down on some dressed masonry at the gateway.
The castle has been quarried for much of its stone.

Harbottle Castle - the ruined gateway

Looking down on some dressed masonry at the gateway. The castle has been quarried for much of its stone.

Looking down on the former Presbyterian Church From Harbottle Castle.

Looking down on the former Presbyterian Church

From Harbottle Castle.

The Sad Castle Stone In the neat drystone walled carpark for Harbottle Castle is a &#039;new&#039; standing stone.
On it is carved a poem by local schoolgirl Felicity Lane:

The Sad Castle
Who Made me/Into a ruin/like an old city?
Was it the soldiers who rode out on horseback?
Was it my old enemy the Scots?
Or was it those Border Reivers?
Perhaps it was just the centuries passing.

Felicity Lance

It was carved into the stone by local stonemason David Edwick.

The Sad Castle Stone

In the neat drystone walled carpark for Harbottle Castle is a 'new' standing stone. On it is carved a poem by local schoolgirl Felicity Lane: The Sad Castle Who Made me/Into a ruin/like an old city? Was it the soldiers who rode out on horseback? Was it my old enemy the Scots? Or was it those Border Reivers? Perhaps it was just the centuries passing. Felicity Lance It was carved into the stone by local stonemason David Edwick.

Windfall due to the Storm Arwen The timber falling across the road cut the village off for days.
It brought the villagers out with their chainsaws.

Windfall due to the Storm Arwen

The timber falling across the road cut the village off for days. It brought the villagers out with their chainsaws.

Clennel Street Clennell Street was an important trading route that was used for many centuries linking Morpeth with Kelso. This view is taken soon after leaving Alwinton.
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Clennel Street

Clennell Street was an important trading route that was used for many centuries linking Morpeth with Kelso. This view is taken soon after leaving Alwinton. Link

Leaving Clennel Street heading towards Clennel Through sheep pastures.
Silverton Hill above the coniferous forest.

Leaving Clennel Street heading towards Clennel

Through sheep pastures. Silverton Hill above the coniferous forest.

Sheep in pasture above Clennel Silverton Hill in the background.

Sheep in pasture above Clennel

Silverton Hill in the background.

The River Alwin At Clennel.
The footbridge links to a public footpath.

The River Alwin

At Clennel. The footbridge links to a public footpath.

Same storm, different car park Forestry England&#039;s car parks seem to have been particularly badly hit by Storm Arwen. Three months on, this one at Harbottle has been partially cleared although the evidence of the impact is still clearly visible.
<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7089675">NU0809 : Stating the obvious</a>
<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7095369">NT9502 : Hope the picnic tables are alright</a>

Same storm, different car park

Forestry England's car parks seem to have been particularly badly hit by Storm Arwen. Three months on, this one at Harbottle has been partially cleared although the evidence of the impact is still clearly visible. NU0809 : Stating the obvious NT9502 : Hope the picnic tables are alright

Storm Arwen destruction at West Wood, Harbottle Interestingly, this wood, like several others, sustained much more damage nearer the valley floor than at its higher sections. Presumably this must be due to the Venturi Effect, where the wind from the north, having had a long &#039;fetch&#039; across open land over Alwinton, funnelled down at lower levels, increasing its speed.

Storm Arwen destruction at West Wood, Harbottle

Interestingly, this wood, like several others, sustained much more damage nearer the valley floor than at its higher sections. Presumably this must be due to the Venturi Effect, where the wind from the north, having had a long 'fetch' across open land over Alwinton, funnelled down at lower levels, increasing its speed.

Storm Arwen demolition of woods boundary Storm Arwen damage at the point where the West Wood car park path leads on to the open moor.

Storm Arwen demolition of woods boundary

Storm Arwen damage at the point where the West Wood car park path leads on to the open moor.

Destruction of Ramshaugh Woods On November 26th/27th 2021 Storm Arwen slammed across the UK, with 100 mile an hour winds. One of the areas worst hit was Northumberland, including Rothbury and Coquetdale, where fallen trees across the valley left many without power and water for nearly a week. The Ramshaugh Woods - a diverse range of woodland including the Devil’s Elbow, the Fairy Wood, the Birch Wood and the Top End - was flattened, with almost 70% of mature trees torn down, broken or uprooted.
We are raising £50,000 to make this diverse stretch of woodland safe for community access again and to save as much of the viable timber as possible.
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Destruction of Ramshaugh Woods

On November 26th/27th 2021 Storm Arwen slammed across the UK, with 100 mile an hour winds. One of the areas worst hit was Northumberland, including Rothbury and Coquetdale, where fallen trees across the valley left many without power and water for nearly a week. The Ramshaugh Woods - a diverse range of woodland including the Devil’s Elbow, the Fairy Wood, the Birch Wood and the Top End - was flattened, with almost 70% of mature trees torn down, broken or uprooted. We are raising £50,000 to make this diverse stretch of woodland safe for community access again and to save as much of the viable timber as possible. The sign links to Link

Sheep on Ashy Bank The pasture slopes down to the River Coquet.
Harbottle Wood in the distance.

Sheep on Ashy Bank

The pasture slopes down to the River Coquet. Harbottle Wood in the distance.

Fine lime kiln beside the track to Park House Overlooking the River Coquet.

Fine lime kiln beside the track to Park House

Overlooking the River Coquet.

Low Alwinton kilns Well maintained or beautifully restored they were built about 1827 by the Selby family and had ceased to work by 1866.

Low Alwinton kilns

Well maintained or beautifully restored they were built about 1827 by the Selby family and had ceased to work by 1866.

Alwinton Bridge over the River Coquet &#039;A good-looking steel-arch bridge about half a mile south of the village, it replaced an earlier bridge when the road was widened. Painted in attractive colours the bridge blends well with the surrounding countryside.&#039;
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Constructed in 1937 with steel arch and stone abutments.

Alwinton Bridge over the River Coquet

'A good-looking steel-arch bridge about half a mile south of the village, it replaced an earlier bridge when the road was widened. Painted in attractive colours the bridge blends well with the surrounding countryside.' Link

Constructed in 1937 with steel arch and stone abutments.

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Wellington Howe Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NT9306 (Lat: 55.349453, Lng: -2.0975539)

Unitary Authority: Northumberland

Police Authority: Northumbria

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Bunker Type: observation

Military: bunker

Lat/Long: 55.34567/-2.1017651

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