Netherton Moor

Downs, Moorland in Northumberland

England

Netherton Moor

Netherton Moor is a picturesque expanse of downs and moorland located in the county of Northumberland, England. Situated in the northern part of the county, it covers an area of approximately 3 square miles and is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty and diverse wildlife.

The moorland is characterized by its rolling hills, heather-clad slopes, and expansive open spaces, offering visitors breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The area is intersected by a network of walking trails, making it a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and birdwatchers.

Netherton Moor is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including rare species such as curlews, lapwings, and black grouse, which thrive in the heather-rich environment. The moorland also supports a diverse range of plant life, including bilberry, cotton grass, and heath bedstraw.

The site has a rich historical heritage, with evidence of human activity dating back to prehistoric times. Archaeological remains, such as Bronze Age burial mounds and ancient settlements, can still be seen scattered across the moorland. These remnants offer a glimpse into the lives of the people who once inhabited the area.

Netherton Moor provides a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature and experience the serenity of the Northumberland landscape. Whether exploring the walking trails, observing wildlife, or simply enjoying the breathtaking scenery, a visit to Netherton Moor is sure to leave a lasting impression on all who venture there.

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Netherton Moor Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.122338/-1.6276487 or Grid Reference NZ2380. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Briery Hill

N Chadwick

Hartford Bridge

This old bridge, with its beautiful views to the north east and south west, still carries heavy traffic across the River Blyth near Plessey Woods.

Alan Fearon

Hartford Hall, near Bedlington

Built in 1807 for a local mine owner it later became the "Northumberland Miners Rehabilitation Centre" and has now been converted into "luxury apartments".

Alan Fearon

Bedlington, houses and trees

As the A1068 enters Bedlington from the south this impressive row of trees comes into view on the left.

Alan Fearon

St. Benet Biscop School, Bedlington

For more information on St. Benet Biscop see: Link

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Westlea, Bedlington

As the road turns right to join the B1331 these three very different houses can be seen, stuck together for no apparent reason. A fourth can just be made out on the far right: a bungalow with a tall chimney stack.

Alan Fearon

Blue House Farm, near Bedlington

Once surrounded by Coal Pits this farm now has a rather more picturesque setting

Alan Fearon

Netherton Hall, Nedderton

A confusion of names for this grand house in a small village near Bedlington. Nedderton also boasts an impressive schoolhouse built in 1846 and funded by the Earl of Carlisle (see NZ2381 for a photo). Pevsner, in his Buildings of England, is slightly less impressed by the house: "A tall rather plain house, now subdivided. The oldest part, at the E end, is probably C17; it was enlarged to the W in the early C18, heightened and refenestrated later in the same century, and enlarged to the rear in the C19."

Alan Fearon

Road to West Farm

The view is to the north east with West Farm just visible on the right.

Alan Fearon

Stannington Station

Although the railway station (now disused) is in the next gridsquare (see: NZ2181 ) this is the view back along the road (east) to the A192. Confusingly, although the village is called Stannington Station the station itself was originally called Netherton Station!

Alan Fearon