Holywell

Settlement in Northumberland

England

Holywell

Holywell is a small village located in Northumberland, England. Situated on the eastern coast of the country, it lies approximately 11 miles north of Newcastle upon Tyne. With a population of around 1,500 residents, it is known for its picturesque setting and historical significance.

The village is surrounded by stunning countryside and offers breathtaking views of the North Sea. Holywell Dene, a local nature reserve, is a prominent feature of the area, attracting visitors with its beautiful woodland walks and abundance of wildlife.

Holywell has a rich history dating back to the medieval era. One of its notable landmarks is the Holywell Dene Railway Viaduct, a Grade II listed structure that was originally part of the North Eastern Railway. The viaduct is a testament to the village's industrial past and provides a unique sight for both locals and tourists.

In terms of amenities, Holywell offers a range of facilities including a primary school, a pub, and a village hall. The village has a close-knit community, with various activities and events organized throughout the year, fostering a sense of unity among its residents.

Being located near the coast, Holywell also provides easy access to nearby beaches, such as Seaton Sluice and Whitley Bay, which are popular tourist destinations known for their sandy shores and charming seaside attractions.

Overall, Holywell, Northumberland, offers a tranquil and idyllic place to reside, with its natural beauty, historical landmarks, and welcoming community making it an appealing location for residents and visitors alike.

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Holywell Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.065523/-1.505951 or Grid Reference NZ3174. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Seaton Delaval Hall

Seaton Delaval Hall is a Grade I listed country house in Northumberland, England. It is near the coast just north of Newcastle upon Tyne. Located between Seaton Sluice and Seaton Delaval, it was designed by Sir John Vanbrugh in 1718 for Admiral George Delaval; it is now owned by the National Trust. Since completion of the house in 1728, it has had an unfortunate history. Neither architect nor patron lived to see its completion; it then passed through a succession of heirs, being lived in only intermittently. Most damaging of all, in 1822 the central block was gutted by fire, and has remained an empty shell ever since.

Brian Deegan

Church of Our Lady, Seaton Delaval

Grade 1 listed Link

Brian Deegan

Seaton Delaval Hall

Anthony Foster

Gardens west of the house

Looking across some of the gardens at Seaton Delaval Hall.

DS Pugh

Gardens and west side of the hall

Some of the gardens at Seaton Delaval Hall.

DS Pugh

Towards the Western Wing

Looking towards the western wing (left) and the main house (right).

DS Pugh

The Parterre

Looking across the parterre to the west of the hall.

DS Pugh

Parterre and Hall

Looking towards the west wing of Seaton Delaval Hall.

DS Pugh

Parterre at Seaton Delaval

Looking across the Parterre towards the west wing.

DS Pugh

Church of Our Lady

The little Church near the hall at Seaton Delaval.

DS Pugh

In front of the hall

A statue in the middle of the square formed by the hall and wings.

DS Pugh

Seaton Delaval Hall, central block

The Hall is a Grade I listed C18th country house designed by Sir John Vanbrugh. The central block was gutted by fire in 1822 and has remained a shell since. Detailed description of the hall in wiki here: Link

David Robinson

Seaton Delaval Hall - Spiral staircase

A view down several levels of Seaton Delaval Hall. The central part of the hall is a shell due to a disastrous fire in 1822 which gutted it and totally destroyed a range to the east. The eastern and western wings were however largely unaffected.

Rob Farrow

Public Bridleway, Holywell Dene

The bridleway at this point crosses over the route of the old Avenue Branch of the Blyth & Tyne Railway via a fine stone bridge Link. The bridleway is part of the 'Reivers Off-Road Cycle Route', which links the North and Irish Seas.

Geoff Holland

Public Footpath, Holywell Dene

At this point the footpath climbs away from the banks of the Seaton Burn to join the route of the old Avenue Branch of the Blyth & Tyne Railway close to a fine stone bridge Link. This photograph was taken close to the spot where the photograph shown at Link was also taken although at different times of the year.

Geoff Holland

Step Stile & Gate near Crow Hall Farm and Holywell Dene

This is the same step stile & gate as is shown at Link although taken from the opposite side of the fence.

Geoff Holland

Squeeze Stile on Public Footpath, Holywell Dene

This is the same squeeze stile as is shown at Link although at a different time of year. This squeeze stile is designed to make it difficult (although not impossible) for cyclists to utilise this public footpath which drops steeply downhill to the Seaton Burn.

Geoff Holland