Harehill Moor

Downs, Moorland in Durham

England

Harehill Moor

Children's park / play area, Haswell Plough Credit: David Robinson

Harehill Moor, located in County Durham, England, is a picturesque area of downs and moorland that covers a vast expanse of approximately 300 acres. Situated just a few miles south of the historic city of Durham, Harehill Moor is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and wildlife observers.

Characterized by rolling hills, heather-covered moors, and breathtaking panoramic views, Harehill Moor offers visitors a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the region. The area is rich in biodiversity, with an abundance of plant and animal species. Visitors can expect to encounter a variety of bird species, including curlews, lapwings, and golden plovers, as well as mammals such as hares and roe deer.

The landscape of Harehill Moor is punctuated by ancient stone boundaries and remnants of historical structures, providing glimpses into the area's past. The moorland is crisscrossed by well-maintained footpaths and trails, making it an ideal location for leisurely walks or more challenging hikes.

In addition to its natural beauty, Harehill Moor offers visitors a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere, making it a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life. Whether it's admiring the stunning vistas, observing the local wildlife, or simply enjoying a picnic amidst the rolling hills, Harehill Moor offers a serene and idyllic experience for all who visit.

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Harehill Moor Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.762716/-1.4213869 or Grid Reference NZ3741. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Children's park / play area, Haswell Plough

David Robinson

North View, Margaret Street, Ludworth

The same view as NZ3641 : Main street in Ludworth taken in 2011. What was then the post office has become a private house, but the wall letter box remains in the same place. The shop next door is now also the post office. When Ludworth Colliery was active this terrace had three pubs and a post office. The community centre is seen on the left.

David Hawgood

Ludworth playing field, formerly miners' housing area

On the 25 inch OS map published 1919 it has rows of miners' houses on Victoria, Albert, Alexandra, Mary, Edward and George Streets. This area has a fenced basketball court on site of Alexandra Street, another basketball hoop on site of George Street, and off to the right a football field.

David Hawgood

Ludworth community centre

In the former pit village.

David Hawgood

GR wall letter box, Ludworth

It is in the wall of the former post office, next door to the present post office.

David Hawgood

Football field, Ludworth

It is in the area of former miners' houses for Ludworth Colliery. The far goal posts are on the line of former Albert Street, the viewpoint is near former Coronation Street. The street names, all royal connections, are show on a 25 inch OS map published 1919, available on National Library of Scotland website Link

David Hawgood

Commercial printing works, Ludworth

The premises of Whitesprint.

David Hawgood

Public footpath into woods, Ludworth

Ludworth school was near here.

David Hawgood

Path in pine woods, Ludworth

Woods planted after the colliery closed.

David Hawgood

Mumbai Restaurant at Haswell Plough

The Mumbai Restaurant at Haswell Plough was formerly the Plough Inn public house. The original Plough Inn was located about half a mile to the east of the Mumbai at Haswell Terrace (near to the junction of Mazine Terrace and Front Street). NZ3642 : Mumbai Restaurant at Haswell Plough

Philip Soakell

Mumbai Restaurant at Haswell Plough

Philip Soakell

Shotton Recreation Ground

Off Station Road

Kevin Waterhouse

Cycle path following route of former railway

About to leave the last of the housing estates above the cutting at Shotton Colliery on the Hart to Haswell route

Kevin Waterhouse

Cycle path following route of former railway

North of Tuthill Bridge the former trackbed of the railway appears to be a stream and the path has these railings. A view on the Hart to Haswell route.

Kevin Waterhouse

Cycle path following route of former railway

Approaching a high level footbridge that is the only link between two housing estates bisected by the former Hart to Haswell railway route

Kevin Waterhouse

Informal basketball, Ludworth recreation ground

The recreation ground has two sets of basketball hoops. This court doubles as a five-a-side all weather football pitch. In the photo visitors from the U.S.A. to a nearby house are playing informally against local lads.

David Hawgood