Blakeley Plantation

Wood, Forest in Northumberland

England

Blakeley Plantation

Old Milepost by the B6528, Main Street, Horsley Parish Metal post with attached metal plate by the B6528, in parish of HORSLEY (CASTLE MORPETH District), Main Street, opposite Highcrofts junction, in footpath against stone retaining wall of garden, on North side of road. Smith Patterson iron shield, erected by the Hexham turnpike trust in the 19th century.

Inscription reads:-
NEWCASTLE
10 {arrow to right}
HEXHAM
{arrow to left} 10½
C
47¾
Maker:-
: SMITH PATTERSON / &amp; CO / BLAYDON :

Milestone Society National ID: NB_NCHX10. — Old Milepost by the B6528, Main Street, Horsley Parish Credit: Daniel Gallagher

Blakeley Plantation is a historic property located in Northumberland County, Virginia. Situated in the Wood, Forest region, it spans over a vast area of land and is known for its rich historical significance. The plantation dates back to the 18th century and was originally established as a tobacco plantation.

The main house, which still stands today, was constructed in the Georgian architectural style and is a testament to the craftsmanship of the time. The house features large, symmetrical windows, a central entrance with a pediment, and a grand two-story portico. The interior of the house showcases elegant details such as ornate plasterwork, hand-carved woodwork, and period furnishings.

The plantation was once home to a significant number of enslaved people who worked the land and contributed to its prosperity. Today, the Blakeley Plantation offers a glimpse into the past with its restored slave quarters, which serve as a reminder of the hardships endured by those who were enslaved on the property.

Visitors to Blakeley Plantation can explore the grounds and take guided tours of the house, where they can learn about the history of the plantation, its owners, and the daily lives of the enslaved people who lived there. The property also hosts special events and educational programs that provide further insight into the history and culture of the region.

Overall, Blakeley Plantation is a well-preserved historical site that offers visitors a chance to step back in time and gain a deeper understanding of the plantation era in Northumberland County.

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Blakeley Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.992638/-1.8265306 or Grid Reference NZ1166. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Milepost by the B6528, Main Street, Horsley Parish

Metal post with attached metal plate by the B6528, in parish of HORSLEY (CASTLE MORPETH District), Main Street, opposite Highcrofts junction, in footpath against stone retaining wall of garden, on North side of road. Smith Patterson iron shield, erected by the Hexham turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- NEWCASTLE 10 {arrow to right} HEXHAM {arrow to left} 10½ C 47¾ Maker:- : SMITH PATTERSON / & CO / BLAYDON : Milestone Society National ID: NB_NCHX10.

Daniel Gallagher

Horsley Wood Cottages viewed from Mill Way

Roger Templeman

Outhouses at Horsley Wood Cottages

Roger Templeman

Mill Way heading north towards Horsley

Luke Shaw

Horsley Wood Cottages

Ordnance Survey documents indicate that a benchmark levelled at 71.512m above Newlyn Datum was verified in 1961 on the right hand corner of the nearest house

Roger Templeman

Eppies Hill from Hadrian's Wall Trail

Andrew Curtis

'Minion' scarecrow in Horsley garden

There is a similar (but smaller) figure in the window to the left. A Google search shows me it's a 'Minion' from the cartoon movie 'Despicable Me'. See photo here SC2769 : Minions to the power of three

Andrew Curtis

Weather vane, Horsley

Andrew Curtis

The Woolly Pedlar

Advertising display outside the Craft Fair at the Hearth. The Hearth is a lively cafe, community centre and arts centre in the village of Horsley.

Oliver Dixon

'Love Heart', Hadrian's Wall Path, Eppies Hill

A farm gate opening onto the Military Road just west of Eppies Hill alongside Hadrian's Wall Path is adorned with a red-painted, heart-shaped chain and small padlocks spelling out the word ‘Indians’ on both sides.

Andrew Curtis

Horsley Village Church

The church is Victorian, built in 1900, but there has been a worshipping congregation in Horsley since 1662. The Act of Uniformity of 1662 forced the vicar, Thomas Trewent, to leave his church in Ovingham. He would not conform to the rules laid down by that law so was "ejected" from that parish and the Church of England. Meetings were held in secret in the attic of a friend of Thomas Trewent in the village of Horsley. This house which is one of the oldest in the village later became the home of subsequent ministers after the construction of the adjoining church. It is no longer the minister's manse but has been converted into the Hearth coffee shop and artists' studios. The church was part of the Congregationalist Church until 1972 when it became part of the United Reformed Church. Link

Andrew Curtis

Hopside Farm, Horsley

Andrew Curtis

Old Hexham Road in Horsley from The Hearth Cafe garden

Andrew Curtis

The Lion and Lamb, Horsley (3)

It used to look like this NZ0965 : The Lion and Lamb, Horsley (2). The building is Grade II listed Link

Mike Quinn

The Lion and Lamb, Horsley (4)

It used to look like this NZ0965 : The Lion and Lamb, Horsley.

Mike Quinn

"Double" sign for The Lion and Lamb, Horsley

It used to look like this NZ0965 : "Double" sign for The Lion and Lamb, Horsley. The location of this sign is shown in NZ0965 : The Lion and Lamb, Horsley (3) and NZ0965 : The Lion and Lamb, Horsley (4).

Mike Quinn

The Hearth Arts Centre & CafÃ©, and Horsley Village Church

At The Hearth, the eight working art studios, café and community hall are situated in the restored early 17th century manse, with its wattle and daub walls. The building is Grade II listed Link

. For further info, see the Hearth's website Link

. The Victorian gothic revival Horsley Village Church has a fascinating history which dates back to the 17th Century - see NZ0965 : Horsley Village Church (photographed by Andrew Curtis) for further info. The church was involved in setting up the Hearth Project which aims to bring the local and wider community together through a varied programme of regular creative participation.

Mike Quinn

Horsley Village Church

For info about the church, which is Grade II listed Link

, see NZ0965 : Horsley Village Church (photographed by Andrew Curtis). For info about the houses on the right, see NZ0965 : Milepost, Horsley (also by Andrew Curtis); sadly, the iron milepost is no longer there.

Mike Quinn

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Blakeley Plantation is located at Grid Ref: NZ1166 (Lat: 54.992638, Lng: -1.8265306)

Unitary Authority: Northumberland

Police Authority: Northumbria