Halleypike Lough

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Northumberland

England

Halleypike Lough

Halleypike Lough, located in Northumberland, is a picturesque freshwater lake nestled amidst the stunning natural beauty of the region. Spanning an area of approximately 10 acres, it is often referred to as a "loch," a term commonly used in Scotland to describe a lake. Surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery, the lough promises a serene and tranquil atmosphere for visitors seeking a peaceful retreat.

The crystal-clear waters of Halleypike Lough are fed by nearby streams and springs, ensuring a constant flow of freshwater. The lake is relatively shallow, with an average depth of around 6 feet, making it an ideal spot for various water-based activities such as fishing, boating, and kayaking.

The lough is home to a diverse range of aquatic flora and fauna, with several species of fish, including perch, pike, and roach, inhabiting its waters. Additionally, the surrounding marshy areas provide a haven for a variety of bird species, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers.

The area surrounding Halleypike Lough is well-maintained, with designated walking trails that allow visitors to explore and appreciate the natural beauty of the region. A small picnic area nearby provides an opportunity to relax and enjoy a meal amidst the tranquil surroundings.

Overall, Halleypike Lough in Northumberland offers a delightful blend of natural beauty, recreational activities, and abundant wildlife, making it an enchanting destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

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Halleypike Lough Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.041371/-2.2975234 or Grid Reference NY8171. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

King's Crags

Les Hull

King's Crags and East Hotbank

The crag is a north-facing edge of large boulders and short outcrops of Fell sandstone. It overlooks the remote farmhouse of East Hotbank.

Karl and Ali

King's Crags

A line of north-facing short outcrops and boulders of Fell sandstone.

Karl and Ali

Prehistoric cairn, King's Crags

Bronze Age burial cairn in remote country between Queen's and King's Crags.

Karl and Ali

Prehistoric cairn, King's Crags

Bronze Age burial cairn in remote country between Queen's and King's Crags. The large slab may once have been the capping stone for a cist or burial chamber.

Karl and Ali

Crow Crags panorama from the south

A boundary wall runs across the view crossing the valley of Crook Burn in the centre. Beyond the wall, the moorland of Blue Bog rises to the low ridge of Crow Crags NY7972 : Crow Crags. There is a large sheepfold at its eastern end NY7972 : Sheepfold east of Crow Crags just to the left of the prominent tree on the right which marks another, smaller sheepfold on Harraway Hills NY7972 : Sheepfold north-east of Crow Crags. Beyond Crow Crags (270m) the land rises to 320m at Hawk Side on Haughton Common NY7872 : Hawk Side hiding the extensive forest plantations which now cover the moorland further north. On the south slope of Crow Crags the low stoney banks of a prehistoric field system are quite visible as white lines running across and downslope in the unusually dry grassland. They make up a series of well-defined rectangular fields. There may originally have been as many as six fields, one of which was probably destroyed by the later sheepfold. Link

An area of prehistoric ploughing, known as cord rig, at the south-east end of the field system has been identified on aerial photographs. These also revealed an extensive cairn-field and hollow-way further west. Link

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Andrew Curtis

Milecastle 35 on Hadrian's Wall at Sewingshields

Hadrian's wall or 'Vallum Aelium' is the remains of a large Roman fortification. The wall extended west from Segedunum at Wallsend on the River Tyne to the shore of the Solway Firth, ending a short but unknown distance west of the village of Bowness-on-Solway. Construction probably started sometime in AD 122 and was largely completed within six years. The remains were made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987.

Sandy Gerrard

Turret 34a at Grindon on Hadrian's Wall

Sandy Gerrard

Turret 33b on Hadrian's Wall

Sandy Gerrard

Excavation of stack stand below Sewingshields Crags

Stack stands are common on these upland pastures and often located on aerial photographs. Although they are not too old (post-Medieval), their agricultural function is often unknown. Here, north of the Sewingshields Crags whin-sill, they were probably created for the stacking of peats left out to dry before removal to nearby farm houses as a fuel. Two nearby stands were excavated in June 2022 and there are another nine nearby.

Andrew Curtis

Cranberry (Vaccinium oxycoccos), Sewingshields

A very low-growing plant growing in boggy areas alongside sphagnum and other mosses and bog plants. There are 1 to 5 flowers on a plant each atop their own reddish stem. Flowers have 4 pink petals swept backwards and 8 stamens bundled together around a central style like those of Bittersweet and other Solanum species. The leaves are hard to spot among the surrounding vegetation but are pointed-oval with a noticeable fold down the centre-line. Link

Some of its small red and edible berries are shown here NU0918 : Cranberry (Vaccinium oxycoccos), Beanley Moor.

Andrew Curtis