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Ninety Acre Allotment

Downs, Moorland in Durham

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Ninety Acre Allotment

Old track to Backstone Bank Waskerley Reservoir can just be glimpsed to the left of the trees.
Old track to Backstone Bank Credit: Andrew Curtis

Ninety Acre Allotment, located in Durham, is a vast expanse of land encompassing downs and moorland. Spanning an area of approximately ninety acres, this allotment is renowned for its diverse and picturesque landscape.

The downs section of Ninety Acre Allotment is characterized by its rolling hills and open grasslands. It offers visitors breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers. The diverse flora and fauna found in this area further enhance its appeal, with wildflowers and grasses dotting the landscape.

Adjacent to the downs lies the moorland section of the allotment. This wild and rugged terrain is characterized by its heather-covered hills and peat bogs. Moorland birds, such as curlews and lapwings, can often be spotted, adding to the rich biodiversity of the area.

Ninety Acre Allotment provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities. Its well-maintained pathways and trails make it an ideal location for walking, jogging, and cycling. Additionally, the open spaces of the downs offer plenty of room for picnics and recreational activities.

This allotment is not only popular among locals but also attracts visitors from afar. Its peaceful and serene atmosphere, coupled with its stunning natural beauty, make it a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

In summary, Ninety Acre Allotment in Durham is a vast and diverse landscape consisting of downs and moorland. With its captivating views, abundant wildlife, and opportunities for outdoor activities, it is a beloved destination for nature lovers and those seeking tranquility in a picturesque setting.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.765419/-1.8792717 or Grid Reference NZ0741. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old track to Backstone Bank Waskerley Reservoir can just be glimpsed to the left of the trees.
Old track to Backstone Bank
Waskerley Reservoir can just be glimpsed to the left of the trees.
Footpath south of Spring Gill Wolsingham North Moor rises on the left.
Footpath south of Spring Gill
Wolsingham North Moor rises on the left.
Redmires over pool Redmires is an isolated house on Wolsingham North Moor; it's seen here from a path over a pool south-west of the building.
Redmires over pool
Redmires is an isolated house on Wolsingham North Moor; it's seen here from a path over a pool south-west of the building.
Tunstall Reservoir
Tunstall Reservoir
Tunstall Reservoir On the path from Salters Gate to Tunstall Reservoir. The reservoir was almost empty at the time.
Tunstall Reservoir
On the path from Salters Gate to Tunstall Reservoir. The reservoir was almost empty at the time.
Tunstall Reservoir, - the Dam Seen from the Wolsingham to Tunstall footpath that runs up the East side of the Waskerley Beck.
Tunstall Reservoir, - the Dam
Seen from the Wolsingham to Tunstall footpath that runs up the East side of the Waskerley Beck.
Disused Rail Depot on Wolsingham North Moor Above the Tunstall Reservoir at its North end, the farm track ascends to this abandoned rail depot. This was once part of an extensive rail network up on the moors that was used for transporting mineral ores.
Disused Rail Depot on Wolsingham North Moor
Above the Tunstall Reservoir at its North end, the farm track ascends to this abandoned rail depot. This was once part of an extensive rail network up on the moors that was used for transporting mineral ores.
Tunstall Reservoir
Tunstall Reservoir
Tree shrouded farm Just a few hundred yards west of the busy A68 trunk road, this quiet minor road passes a farm.
Tree shrouded farm
Just a few hundred yards west of the busy A68 trunk road, this quiet minor road passes a farm.
Old quarry The remains of the now disused Quickburn Quarry.
Old quarry
The remains of the now disused Quickburn Quarry.
Geese by Tunstall Reservoir
Geese by Tunstall Reservoir
Tunstall Reservoir Just south of the car park and picnic site.
Tunstall Reservoir
Just south of the car park and picnic site.
Parallel walls, Saltersgate Lane Saltersgate Lane, of which this is the southernmost extension, is a 1.5 km straight road between widely spaced walls which isn't going anywhere obviously useful. It is probable that it served way back in time as both a drovers road and as a salt road. There are many relics of the Burnhill Junction Munitions Dump (closed 1969) nearby.
Parallel walls, Saltersgate Lane
Saltersgate Lane, of which this is the southernmost extension, is a 1.5 km straight road between widely spaced walls which isn't going anywhere obviously useful. It is probable that it served way back in time as both a drovers road and as a salt road. There are many relics of the Burnhill Junction Munitions Dump (closed 1969) nearby.
Salter's Gate Road junction high on the windswept moors above the Tunstall Reservoir. Saltersgate Lane <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/357610">NZ0742 : Parallel walls, Saltersgate Lane</a> lies to the left.
Salter's Gate
Road junction high on the windswept moors above the Tunstall Reservoir. Saltersgate Lane NZ0742 : Parallel walls, Saltersgate Lane lies to the left.
A spot of rural dereliction Access to the disused Quickburn Quarry.
A spot of rural dereliction
Access to the disused Quickburn Quarry.
House under reconstruction beside the A68 Overlooking the valley of the Houselop Beck.
House under reconstruction beside the A68
Overlooking the valley of the Houselop Beck.
A bend on the A68 The A68 is a dramatic main road which runs from Darlington via Corbridge and the Scottish Border at Carter Bar as far as Dalkeith on the outskirts of Edinburgh. It is a high level route, with many long straight switchback sections across deep valleys. The house on the left can be seen at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/357638">NZ0940 : House under reconstruction beside the A68</a>.
A bend on the A68
The A68 is a dramatic main road which runs from Darlington via Corbridge and the Scottish Border at Carter Bar as far as Dalkeith on the outskirts of Edinburgh. It is a high level route, with many long straight switchback sections across deep valleys. The house on the left can be seen at NZ0940 : House under reconstruction beside the A68.
Greenfield Cottage Farm A bit of a mystery here. The rather battered board advertises "Greenfield Signs - Pictorial Gilding and Traditional Signwriting". Possibly the business originated here, which would explain how it got its name, but "Greenfield Signs" - assuming it is the same firm - is now a signwriting business in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Greenfield Cottage Farm
A bit of a mystery here. The rather battered board advertises "Greenfield Signs - Pictorial Gilding and Traditional Signwriting". Possibly the business originated here, which would explain how it got its name, but "Greenfield Signs" - assuming it is the same firm - is now a signwriting business in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
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Ninety Acre Allotment is located at Grid Ref: NZ0741 (Lat: 54.765419, Lng: -1.8792717)

Unitary Authority: County Durham

Police Authority: Durham

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