Bank Top

Settlement in Northumberland

England

Bank Top

Hadrian's Wall east of Heddon on the Wall Taken on a sunny winter&#039;s morning in January 2004 with my first and low resolution digital camera (Canon Ixus). Only uploaded in 2021 as a photo for my 2022 Heddon on the Wall Geograph Calendar.

To the right (north) of the Wall the edge of the berm with the Northern ditch is marked by the shadow.

&quot;In front of the Wall lay a berm, normally about 20 Roman feet (6m) wide. In places in the eastern 17.5km of the Wall pits have been found on the berm. In one area at least, where there were three rows of pits, each held two substantial posts, perhaps cut down tree trunks with the branches trimmed short and sharpened at their ends. In one sector the pits were recut. Beyond the berm lay a ditch. It ran along the whole length of the Wall, except where the crags or similar features rendered it unnecessary. It was probably planned to be 30 Roman feet (9m) wide. The material from its excavation was tipped out to the north to form a wide, low mound.&quot;
<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://hadrianswallcountry.co.uk/history/about-hadrians-wall/building-hadrians-wall" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://hadrianswallcountry.co.uk/history/about-hadrians-wall/building-hadrians-wall">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> <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://web.archive.org/web/20210307055957/https://hadrianswallcountry.co.uk/history/about-hadrians-wall/building-hadrians-wall" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://web.archive.org/web/20210307055957/https://hadrianswallcountry.co.uk/history/about-hadrians-wall/building-hadrians-wall">Archive 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>

The presence of pits along this section of the berm was demonstrated by geophysics in 2018.
<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://heddonhistory.weebly.com/throckley--heddon-entanglements.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://heddonhistory.weebly.com/throckley--heddon-entanglements.html">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> <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://web.archive.org/web/20210204213252/http://heddonhistory.weebly.com/throckley--heddon-entanglements.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://web.archive.org/web/20210204213252/http://heddonhistory.weebly.com/throckley--heddon-entanglements.html">Archive 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> — Hadrian's Wall east of Heddon on the Wall Credit: Andrew Curtis

Bank Top is a small village located in the county of Northumberland in England. Situated in the northern part of the county, it lies approximately 6 miles southwest of the town of Hexham. The village is nestled within a rural landscape, surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque countryside.

Bank Top is a close-knit community with a population of around 300 residents. The village is characterized by its quaint charm and traditional architecture, with many stone-built houses that reflect the area's rich history. The village's name is derived from the fact that it is situated at the top of a hill, providing scenic views of the surrounding area.

Despite its small size, Bank Top offers several amenities for its residents. These include a village hall, a local pub, and a small convenience store, providing essential services to the community. The village is also well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with regular bus services and good road links.

The surrounding area of Bank Top offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. There are numerous walking trails and hiking routes that take advantage of the village's picturesque surroundings. Nearby attractions include the historic Hadrian's Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the beautiful Northumberland National Park.

Bank Top is a peaceful and idyllic village, perfect for those seeking a tranquil rural lifestyle, away from the hustle and bustle of city living. Its natural beauty, sense of community, and convenient location make it a desirable place to live or visit for those seeking a slice of Northumberland's charming countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 54.996115/-1.7669468 or Grid Reference NZ1566. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hadrian's Wall east of Heddon on the Wall Taken on a sunny winter&#039;s morning in January 2004 with my first and low resolution digital camera (Canon Ixus). Only uploaded in 2021 as a photo for my 2022 Heddon on the Wall Geograph Calendar.

To the right (north) of the Wall the edge of the berm with the Northern ditch is marked by the shadow.

&quot;In front of the Wall lay a berm, normally about 20 Roman feet (6m) wide. In places in the eastern 17.5km of the Wall pits have been found on the berm. In one area at least, where there were three rows of pits, each held two substantial posts, perhaps cut down tree trunks with the branches trimmed short and sharpened at their ends. In one sector the pits were recut. Beyond the berm lay a ditch. It ran along the whole length of the Wall, except where the crags or similar features rendered it unnecessary. It was probably planned to be 30 Roman feet (9m) wide. The material from its excavation was tipped out to the north to form a wide, low mound.&quot;
<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://hadrianswallcountry.co.uk/history/about-hadrians-wall/building-hadrians-wall" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://hadrianswallcountry.co.uk/history/about-hadrians-wall/building-hadrians-wall">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> <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://web.archive.org/web/20210307055957/https://hadrianswallcountry.co.uk/history/about-hadrians-wall/building-hadrians-wall" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://web.archive.org/web/20210307055957/https://hadrianswallcountry.co.uk/history/about-hadrians-wall/building-hadrians-wall">Archive 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>

The presence of pits along this section of the berm was demonstrated by geophysics in 2018.
<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://heddonhistory.weebly.com/throckley--heddon-entanglements.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://heddonhistory.weebly.com/throckley--heddon-entanglements.html">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> <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://web.archive.org/web/20210204213252/http://heddonhistory.weebly.com/throckley--heddon-entanglements.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://web.archive.org/web/20210204213252/http://heddonhistory.weebly.com/throckley--heddon-entanglements.html">Archive 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>

Hadrian's Wall east of Heddon on the Wall

Taken on a sunny winter's morning in January 2004 with my first and low resolution digital camera (Canon Ixus). Only uploaded in 2021 as a photo for my 2022 Heddon on the Wall Geograph Calendar. To the right (north) of the Wall the edge of the berm with the Northern ditch is marked by the shadow. "In front of the Wall lay a berm, normally about 20 Roman feet (6m) wide. In places in the eastern 17.5km of the Wall pits have been found on the berm. In one area at least, where there were three rows of pits, each held two substantial posts, perhaps cut down tree trunks with the branches trimmed short and sharpened at their ends. In one sector the pits were recut. Beyond the berm lay a ditch. It ran along the whole length of the Wall, except where the crags or similar features rendered it unnecessary. It was probably planned to be 30 Roman feet (9m) wide. The material from its excavation was tipped out to the north to form a wide, low mound." Link

The presence of pits along this section of the berm was demonstrated by geophysics in 2018. Link

Rear of The Swan, Heddon on the Wall

Rear of The Swan, Heddon on the Wall

The Swan, Towne Gate, Heddon on the Wall

The Swan, Towne Gate, Heddon on the Wall

Junction of Towne Gate & Marius Avenue, Heddon on the Wall

Junction of Towne Gate & Marius Avenue, Heddon on the Wall

South entrance to St Andrew's Church, Heddon on the Wall

South entrance to St Andrew's Church, Heddon on the Wall

Garden House from Towne Gate, Heddon on the Wall See description and similar view here <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2104399">NZ1366 : Garden House, Heddon on the Wall</a>

Garden House from Towne Gate, Heddon on the Wall

See description and similar view here NZ1366 : Garden House, Heddon on the Wall

Village sign, Towne Gate, Heddon on the Wall

Village sign, Towne Gate, Heddon on the Wall

Towne Gate, Heddon on the Wall Flowers on the edge of the Memorial Park near junction with Hexham Road.

Towne Gate, Heddon on the Wall

Flowers on the edge of the Memorial Park near junction with Hexham Road.

Autumn in the Memorial Park, Heddon on the Wall

Autumn in the Memorial Park, Heddon on the Wall

Chare Bank & Memorial Park, Heddon on the Wall

Chare Bank & Memorial Park, Heddon on the Wall

Towne Gate, Heddon on the Wall Near junction with Heddon Banks.

Towne Gate, Heddon on the Wall

Near junction with Heddon Banks.

Hadrian's Wall, Heddon on the Wall

Hadrian's Wall, Heddon on the Wall

Heddon Village Show in Knott Hall (2015)

Heddon Village Show in Knott Hall (2015)

Carpet of snowdrops on old colliery site off Station Road

Carpet of snowdrops on old colliery site off Station Road

Victrix, Taberna Close, Heddon on the Wall Photo taken in May 2021 after the installation of new information board.

See description here <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5970948">NZ1366 : 'Victrix', Taberna Close, Heddon on the Wall</a>

Victrix, Taberna Close, Heddon on the Wall

Photo taken in May 2021 after the installation of new information board. See description here NZ1366 : 'Victrix', Taberna Close, Heddon on the Wall

Flooded farmland east of Heddon Haughs

Flooded farmland east of Heddon Haughs

Memorial Park, Heddon on the Wall

Memorial Park, Heddon on the Wall

The Three Tuns, Heddon on the Wall View from the Memorial Park.

The Three Tuns, Heddon on the Wall

View from the Memorial Park.

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Bank Top is located at Grid Ref: NZ1566 (Lat: 54.996115, Lng: -1.7669468)

Unitary Authority: Newcastle upon Tyne

Police Authority: Northumbria

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