Saltwick Moor

Downs, Moorland in Northumberland

England

Saltwick Moor

Newly Built Housing, St Mary Lane Taken from the car park of St Mary&#039;s Inn — Newly Built Housing, St Mary Lane Credit: Philip Cornwall

Saltwick Moor is a picturesque area located in the county of Northumberland, England. It is situated near the village of Saltwick, approximately 8 miles northeast of Alnwick. This expansive moorland covers an area of around 3 square kilometers and is characterized by its rolling hills, open grassland, and scattered patches of heather.

The landscape of Saltwick Moor is predominantly flat, with gentle slopes and a few small streams running through it. The soil is mainly peaty, which contributes to the unique flora found in the area. The moor is home to a diverse range of plant species, including cotton grass, bilberry, heather, and various sedges. These plants provide a vibrant splash of color during the summer months.

Saltwick Moor is also known for its rich birdlife. The open grassland and wetland areas attract a variety of species, including lapwings, curlews, skylarks, and meadow pipits. The moorland is an important breeding ground for many of these birds, and it is also a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

The moorland is intersected by several footpaths and tracks, making it accessible for walkers and hikers. The area offers stunning views of the surrounding Northumberland countryside, including the Cheviot Hills in the distance. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks, picnics, or simply take in the tranquility of the moor.

Overall, Saltwick Moor is a beautiful and ecologically diverse area that showcases the natural beauty of Northumberland's countryside. Its open grassland, heather-covered hills, and abundant birdlife make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Saltwick Moor Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.127265/-1.7268855 or Grid Reference NZ1781. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Newly Built Housing, St Mary Lane Taken from the car park of St Mary&#039;s Inn

Newly Built Housing, St Mary Lane

Taken from the car park of St Mary's Inn

Philip Cornwall

Arable field at West Duddo An arable field at West Duddo in which a field of wheat is ripening before harvest.

Arable field at West Duddo

An arable field at West Duddo in which a field of wheat is ripening before harvest.

Arable land close to Gubeon Farm Arable fields close to Gubeon Farm. In the middle of the field is a single tree, surrounded by a crop of wheat.

Arable land close to Gubeon Farm

Arable fields close to Gubeon Farm. In the middle of the field is a single tree, surrounded by a crop of wheat.

Postbox, Gubeon Plantations A postbox on the quiet section of road through Gubeon Plantations. Hidden in the plantations on either side of the road are a number of large houses, each with spacious grounds and most are hidden from the road.

Postbox, Gubeon Plantations

A postbox on the quiet section of road through Gubeon Plantations. Hidden in the plantations on either side of the road are a number of large houses, each with spacious grounds and most are hidden from the road.

Road through Gubeon Plantations A minor road passes through Gubeon Plantations. Hidden amongst the plantations are several large private dwellings.

Road through Gubeon Plantations

A minor road passes through Gubeon Plantations. Hidden amongst the plantations are several large private dwellings.

Public bridleway towards Stannington Looking along a public bridleway which starts well surfaced but quickly turns muddy.

Public bridleway towards Stannington

Looking along a public bridleway which starts well surfaced but quickly turns muddy.

Old wall, Tranwell Airfield Looking across the corner of an arable field at a section of old wall. The large scale of the section of wall suggests that it was once part of a larger structure, probably a building, which was associated with Tranwell Airfield.

Old wall, Tranwell Airfield

Looking across the corner of an arable field at a section of old wall. The large scale of the section of wall suggests that it was once part of a larger structure, probably a building, which was associated with Tranwell Airfield.

Field edge bridleway Looking along a public bridleway which follows the edge of an arable field (fallow in this photograph) towards Stannington.

Field edge bridleway

Looking along a public bridleway which follows the edge of an arable field (fallow in this photograph) towards Stannington.

Fallow arable field at North Saltwick A flat arable field at North Saltwick has been left uncropped this season.

Fallow arable field at North Saltwick

A flat arable field at North Saltwick has been left uncropped this season.

New homes, Stannington Park, Stannington New homes which have been built as part of a large housing development on the site of the former St Mary&#039;s Hospital, which was originally built as the Gateshead County Lunatic Asylum in the late 19th Century and closed as a hospital in 1996.

New homes, Stannington Park, Stannington

New homes which have been built as part of a large housing development on the site of the former St Mary's Hospital, which was originally built as the Gateshead County Lunatic Asylum in the late 19th Century and closed as a hospital in 1996.

New houses, Stannington Park Some of the new houses which have been built on the site of St Mary&#039;s Hospital near Stannington by developer Bellway.

New houses, Stannington Park

Some of the new houses which have been built on the site of St Mary's Hospital near Stannington by developer Bellway.

Public bridleway, Stannington Park A muddy public bridleway through a narrow wooded area on the edge of the Stannington Park housing development.

Public bridleway, Stannington Park

A muddy public bridleway through a narrow wooded area on the edge of the Stannington Park housing development.

New houses, Stannington Park development A few of the new houses recently completed as part of the Stannington Park housing development on the site of the former St Mary&#039;s Hospital.

New houses, Stannington Park development

A few of the new houses recently completed as part of the Stannington Park housing development on the site of the former St Mary's Hospital.

The Villas, Stannington A street of semi detached houses close to the site of the former St Mary&#039;s Hospital which is now being developed into a housing estate.

The Villas, Stannington

A street of semi detached houses close to the site of the former St Mary's Hospital which is now being developed into a housing estate.

Entrance into Stannington Park The main entrance into the Stannington Park housing development. The development is taking place on the site of the former St Mary&#039;s Hospital, which was originally built in the late 19th Century as the County Asylum for Gateshead. The house by the entrance appears to be the one in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/91273">NZ1881 : Entrance to St Mary's Hospital (disused), North Saltwick</a> which has been given a new lease of life.

Entrance into Stannington Park

The main entrance into the Stannington Park housing development. The development is taking place on the site of the former St Mary's Hospital, which was originally built in the late 19th Century as the County Asylum for Gateshead. The house by the entrance appears to be the one in NZ1881 : Entrance to St Mary's Hospital (disused), North Saltwick which has been given a new lease of life.

Bet's Lane between Stannington and Tranwell Looking north along the named country lane between Stannington and Tranwell.

Bet's Lane between Stannington and Tranwell

Looking north along the named country lane between Stannington and Tranwell.

Bus shelter, Well Hill farm A bus shelter at Well Hill Farm on the minor road between Stannington and Tranwell. The shelter is located near to the end of the road which leads to Whitehouse Farm Centre and also the site of a former children&#039;s sanatorium, latterly a hospital, which is perhaps when this shelter dates from.

Bus shelter, Well Hill farm

A bus shelter at Well Hill Farm on the minor road between Stannington and Tranwell. The shelter is located near to the end of the road which leads to Whitehouse Farm Centre and also the site of a former children's sanatorium, latterly a hospital, which is perhaps when this shelter dates from.

Water tower north of Well Hill A water tower stands beside the road to the north of Well Hill.

Water tower north of Well Hill

A water tower stands beside the road to the north of Well Hill.

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Saltwick Moor is located at Grid Ref: NZ1781 (Lat: 55.127265, Lng: -1.7268855)

Unitary Authority: Northumberland

Police Authority: Northumbria

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