Midnight Wood

Wood, Forest in Northumberland

England

Midnight Wood

Alpacas grazing at Wood Hall farm They seem happy here! — Alpacas grazing at Wood Hall farm Credit: Russel Wills

Midnight Wood is a stunning forest located in Northumberland, England. Covering a vast area of land, this wood is known for its enchanting beauty and tranquil atmosphere. The wood is situated in a remote and secluded area, making it a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The forest is characterized by its dense canopy of trees, mainly consisting of oak, beech, and birch. The towering trees create a magical ambiance, especially during the twilight hours when the light filters through the leaves, casting an ethereal glow. The forest floor is carpeted with lush green moss and ferns, adding to its mystical allure.

Midnight Wood is home to a variety of wildlife. Deer can often be spotted gracefully roaming through the trees, and the calls of birds such as owls and woodpeckers can be heard echoing through the forest. The wood is also home to a diverse range of plant species, including rare orchids and wildflowers.

The wood offers numerous walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural wonders. These trails wind through the forest, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. In the heart of the wood, there is a picturesque lake where visitors can relax and enjoy the peaceful ambiance.

With its untouched beauty and serene atmosphere, Midnight Wood is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. It provides a refuge for those seeking solace in nature's embrace and offers a glimpse into the enchanting world of Northumberland's woodlands.

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Midnight Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.335784/-2.0889445 or Grid Reference NT9404. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Alpacas grazing at Wood Hall farm They seem happy here!

Alpacas grazing at Wood Hall farm

They seem happy here!

A hembra and a cria (Mum and baby alpaca) In a paddock near Sharperton on the River Coquet.

A hembra and a cria (Mum and baby alpaca)

In a paddock near Sharperton on the River Coquet.

Road sign casualty of Storm Arwen But the post looks pretty rusty too!
Alpacas over the fence.

Road sign casualty of Storm Arwen

But the post looks pretty rusty too! Alpacas over the fence.

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.

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 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.
The sign links to <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/save-our-woodland" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/save-our-woodland">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

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.

Sheep and daffodils At Harbottle.

Sheep and daffodils

At Harbottle.

Jackdaw trying to build a nest in former church The twigs being used are just too large to fit in the hole. Previous failed attempts lay on the ground.

Jackdaw trying to build a nest in former church

The twigs being used are just too large to fit in the hole. Previous failed attempts lay on the ground.

Fountain Memorial to Mrs Clennell of Harbottle Castle The fountain was built in 1880 by McMillan of Alnwick in ashlar and marble. High Victorian Gothic style.
To read inscription see: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7128993" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7128993">Link</a>

Fountain Memorial to Mrs Clennell of Harbottle Castle

The fountain was built in 1880 by McMillan of Alnwick in ashlar and marble. High Victorian Gothic style. To read inscription see: Link

Inscription on Memorial Fountain Mrs Clennell, of Harbottle Castle, Died Nov 17th 1897

She devoted the powers of an active mind, the impulses of a
generous heart, and the industry of a busy life to the
welfare and happiness of the inhabitants of Harbottle
and the neighbourhood.
To perpetuate her name and virtues
They erected this Fountain August 1880.

Inscription on Memorial Fountain

Mrs Clennell, of Harbottle Castle, Died Nov 17th 1897 She devoted the powers of an active mind, the impulses of a generous heart, and the industry of a busy life to the welfare and happiness of the inhabitants of Harbottle and the neighbourhood. To perpetuate her name and virtues They erected this Fountain August 1880.

Windfalls beside the River Coquet A branch fell across the footbridge but the obstacle had been cleared using a chainsaw to allow walkers to pass!

Windfalls beside the River Coquet

A branch fell across the footbridge but the obstacle had been cleared using a chainsaw to allow walkers to pass!

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Midnight Wood is located at Grid Ref: NT9404 (Lat: 55.335784, Lng: -2.0889445)

Unitary Authority: Northumberland

Police Authority: Northumbria

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