Labourn's Fell

Downs, Moorland in Durham

England

Labourn's Fell

Road over Labourn's Fell
Road over Labourn's Fell Credit: Richard Webb

Labourn's Fell is a picturesque area located in Durham, England. Situated in the northern part of the county, Labourn's Fell is a unique combination of downs and moorland, offering visitors a diverse and captivating landscape to explore.

The area is characterized by its rolling hills and expansive open spaces, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. Labourn's Fell is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including heather, grasses, and wildflowers, providing a vibrant and colorful backdrop throughout the year.

Labourn's Fell is known for its stunning panoramic views, with the surrounding countryside stretching out as far as the eye can see. On a clear day, visitors can enjoy breathtaking vistas of the Durham Dales, the North Pennines, and even the distant North Sea.

The Fell is crisscrossed by numerous walking trails and footpaths, making it an ideal location for hikers and ramblers. These paths allow visitors to explore the area at their own pace, providing access to hidden valleys, ancient woodlands, and secluded waterfalls.

Labourn's Fell also boasts a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back thousands of years. There are several archaeological sites in the area, including Bronze Age burial mounds, Iron Age settlements, and Roman ruins, offering a glimpse into the region's past.

Overall, Labourn's Fell in Durham is a captivating destination for those seeking natural beauty, tranquility, and a connection to the area's rich history. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a challenging hike, or simply a moment of relaxation amidst stunning surroundings, Labourn's Fell offers something for everyone.

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Labourn's Fell Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.923375/-1.8491242 or Grid Reference NZ0958. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Road over Labourn's Fell
Road over Labourn's Fell
Turkey Muck, Labourn's Fell By product of industrial poultry raising being used as fertiliser. There is a danger however of heavy metal contamination, I have experienced problems with copper.
Turkey Muck, Labourn's Fell
By product of industrial poultry raising being used as fertiliser. There is a danger however of heavy metal contamination, I have experienced problems with copper.
Chopwell The main street of Chopwell, a pit village in Co. Durham.
No mines or pits there now of course.
Chopwell
The main street of Chopwell, a pit village in Co. Durham. No mines or pits there now of course.
Road Scene at Hollings Hill
Road Scene at Hollings Hill
Footpath through Meirs Wood, near Ebchester Approaching Wood House. The firm stone-based surface of the path suggests that this may at one time have been a road.
Footpath through Meirs Wood, near Ebchester
Approaching Wood House. The firm stone-based surface of the path suggests that this may at one time have been a road.
Edge of Meirs Wood, near Ebchester Wood House lies just beyond the trees on the left.
Edge of Meirs Wood, near Ebchester
Wood House lies just beyond the trees on the left.
Airey Hill Farm
Airey Hill Farm
Pasture and trees, Airey Hill Farm
Pasture and trees, Airey Hill Farm
Hedley on the Hill A village perched perched high on the crest of the ridge between the Derwent valley and Tynedale at an altitudeof about 240 metres.
Hedley on the Hill
A village perched perched high on the crest of the ridge between the Derwent valley and Tynedale at an altitudeof about 240 metres.
Tree-lined lane near Hedley on the Hill North of Airey Hill Farm.
Tree-lined lane near Hedley on the Hill
North of Airey Hill Farm.
Ebchester Quarry This massive quarry is operated by Tarmac. Looking across the Derwent valley to Medomsley <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NZ1154">NZ1154</a>.
Ebchester Quarry
This massive quarry is operated by Tarmac. Looking across the Derwent valley to Medomsley NZ1154.
Ebchester Quarry This massive quarry is operated by Tarmac.
Ebchester Quarry
This massive quarry is operated by Tarmac.
Country lane, Labourn's Fell A short way south of Airey Hill Farm
Country lane, Labourn's Fell
A short way south of Airey Hill Farm
Field entrance, Labourn's Fell A very rutted gateway.
Field entrance, Labourn's Fell
A very rutted gateway.
Water tower on Currock Hill At 250 metres, the highest point on the ridge separating the Derwent valley from Tynedale.
Water tower on Currock Hill
At 250 metres, the highest point on the ridge separating the Derwent valley from Tynedale.
Bridleway above Ebchester Quarry The bridleway from Hollings Hill <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NZ0957">NZ0957</a> to Blackhall Mill <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NZ1156">NZ1156</a> has been diverted to circumvent the huge Ebchester Quarry <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NZ0956">NZ0956</a>. The spoil heap of the quarry can be seen to the right.
Bridleway above Ebchester Quarry
The bridleway from Hollings Hill NZ0957 to Blackhall Mill NZ1156 has been diverted to circumvent the huge Ebchester Quarry NZ0956. The spoil heap of the quarry can be seen to the right.
Bridleway along old railway near Chopwell This bridleway is very difficult to follow, and little sign is left of the disused railway which it follows. The railway apparently ran from Whickham at the mouth of the Derwent valley up to a site near Wood House in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NZ0857">NZ0857</a>. It was a mineral line connecting Chopwell Colliery with Whittonstall drift mine.
Bridleway along old railway near Chopwell
This bridleway is very difficult to follow, and little sign is left of the disused railway which it follows. The railway apparently ran from Whickham at the mouth of the Derwent valley up to a site near Wood House in NZ0857. It was a mineral line connecting Chopwell Colliery with Whittonstall drift mine.
Northumbria Gliding Club Situated high on the ridge between the Derwent valley and Tynedale. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.northumbriagliding.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.northumbriagliding.co.uk/">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>
Northumbria Gliding Club
Situated high on the ridge between the Derwent valley and Tynedale. LinkExternal link
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Labourn's Fell is located at Grid Ref: NZ0958 (Lat: 54.923375, Lng: -1.8491242)

Unitary Authority: Northumberland

Police Authority: Northumbria

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Labourn's Fell
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Natural: spring
Lat/Long: 54.9250511/-1.8424341
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 54.92715/-1.8500678
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