The Park

Downs, Moorland in Northumberland

England

The Park

Former lodge near Sandhoe Impressive gate lodge, formerly marking the south entrance to Beaufront Castle. It is no longer functional, now just a very grand entrance to a field (though it is inhabited). Built by Joseph Hansom in c1870, Gothic with castellated parapet and a canted oriel window over the entrance. Grade II listed.
Former lodge near Sandhoe Credit: Stephen Richards

The Park, located in the county of Northumberland, England, is a picturesque area encompassing downs and moorland, offering visitors a diverse and captivating natural landscape. Covering an extensive area, it is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

The downs in The Park are characterized by their gently rolling hills and expansive grasslands. They provide ample space for leisure activities such as picnicking, kite flying, and taking leisurely walks while enjoying breathtaking panoramic views. The downs are also home to a wide variety of wildflowers, creating a vibrant and colorful spectacle during the spring and summer months.

Adjacent to the downs, the moorland in The Park offers a stark contrast with its rugged and untamed beauty. Visitors can explore the vast expanse of heather-covered hills, which provide a habitat for several bird species, including grouse and curlews. The moorland is also crisscrossed with walking trails and bridleways, allowing hikers and horse riders to immerse themselves in the tranquil surroundings.

The Park is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which speaks to the exceptional quality and significance of its natural features. Its diverse ecosystem supports a wide range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and various bird species. Visitors to The Park can experience the tranquility and splendor of the Northumberland countryside, making it an ideal destination for those seeking solace and a connection with nature.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.986182/-2.0488036 or Grid Reference NY9665. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Former lodge near Sandhoe Impressive gate lodge, formerly marking the south entrance to Beaufront Castle. It is no longer functional, now just a very grand entrance to a field (though it is inhabited). Built by Joseph Hansom in c1870, Gothic with castellated parapet and a canted oriel window over the entrance. Grade II listed.
Former lodge near Sandhoe
Impressive gate lodge, formerly marking the south entrance to Beaufront Castle. It is no longer functional, now just a very grand entrance to a field (though it is inhabited). Built by Joseph Hansom in c1870, Gothic with castellated parapet and a canted oriel window over the entrance. Grade II listed.
Church of St Aidan, Stagshaw
Church of St Aidan, Stagshaw
Corbridge Roman Site [1] The museum, seen from the car park.  Details from English Heritage at:  <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/corbridge-roman-town-hadrians-wall/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/corbridge-roman-town-hadrians-wall/">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>
Corbridge Roman Site [1]
The museum, seen from the car park. Details from English Heritage at: LinkExternal link
Corbridge Roman Site [2] The remains of the town.  Details from English Heritage at:  <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/corbridge-roman-town-hadrians-wall/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/corbridge-roman-town-hadrians-wall/">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>
Corbridge Roman Site [2]
The remains of the town. Details from English Heritage at: LinkExternal link
Poppies Poppy fields off Corchester Lane near Corbridge.
Poppies
Poppy fields off Corchester Lane near Corbridge.
Bank Foot Photo taken from the road bridge over the A69 dual carriageway. There is a similar photo here <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/617829">NY9565 : Bank Foot</a>
Bank Foot
Photo taken from the road bridge over the A69 dual carriageway. There is a similar photo here NY9565 : Bank Foot
Anick Grange above the Tyne valley
Anick Grange above the Tyne valley
Track to Anick Farm and footpath to Hexham
Track to Anick Farm and footpath to Hexham
Beaufront Women's Institute, Anick
Beaufront Women's Institute, Anick
The Rat Inn, Anick Originally a drovers inn built around 1750 but it is not recorded how the Rat Inn came by what must surely be one of the oddest names for an Inn in Britain. The locals offer several interesting theories: some say that it was a regular meeting place for all the local rat catchers; others say that the largest rat ever seen was caught here. Perhaps the most intriguing tale tells of the then ale keeper who gave information to the Crown during the Jacobite risings of 1715 and 1745 and thus became known as 'the Rat' <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.theratinn.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.theratinn.com/">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>
Received an 'Also Recommended' entry in the 2012 Good Food Guide <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.journallive.co.uk/north-east-taste/news-and-features/2011/09/16/north-pubs-fare-well-in-new-version-of-the-good-food-guide-61634-29429691/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.journallive.co.uk/north-east-taste/news-and-features/2011/09/16/north-pubs-fare-well-in-new-version-of-the-good-food-guide-61634-29429691/">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>
The sign above the door seems to have gone up-market too <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1463787">NY9565 : The Rat</a>
The Rat Inn, Anick
Originally a drovers inn built around 1750 but it is not recorded how the Rat Inn came by what must surely be one of the oddest names for an Inn in Britain. The locals offer several interesting theories: some say that it was a regular meeting place for all the local rat catchers; others say that the largest rat ever seen was caught here. Perhaps the most intriguing tale tells of the then ale keeper who gave information to the Crown during the Jacobite risings of 1715 and 1745 and thus became known as 'the Rat' LinkExternal link Received an 'Also Recommended' entry in the 2012 Good Food Guide LinkExternal link The sign above the door seems to have gone up-market too NY9565 : The Rat
From the train window Beaufront Castle can be seen in the distance high on the hill. The River Tyne is hidden beyond the fields in the foreground.
From the train window
Beaufront Castle can be seen in the distance high on the hill. The River Tyne is hidden beyond the fields in the foreground.
Sandhoe Hall Entrance to Sandhoe Hall.
Sandhoe Hall
Entrance to Sandhoe Hall.
Holly Hall Holly Hall House.
Holly Hall
Holly Hall House.
Corburn Bridge The old bridge across Cor Burn.
Corburn Bridge
The old bridge across Cor Burn.
Hampstead Road above Hampstead.
Hampstead
Road above Hampstead.
Sandhoe Water trough at Sandhoe.
Sandhoe
Water trough at Sandhoe.
Highwood Hotts Fields and woods at Highwood Hotts.
Highwood Hotts
Fields and woods at Highwood Hotts.
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The Park is located at Grid Ref: NY9665 (Lat: 54.986182, Lng: -2.0488036)

Unitary Authority: Northumberland

Police Authority: Northumbria

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