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Chesters Pike

Hill, Mountain in Northumberland

England

Chesters Pike

Sheep creep near the site of Turret 43b on Hadrian's Wall
Sheep creep near the site of Turret 43b on Hadrian's Wall Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Chesters Pike is a prominent hill located in the county of Northumberland, England. Situated within the picturesque Northumberland National Park, this natural landmark offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Rising to a height of 451 meters (1,480 feet), Chesters Pike is often referred to as a hill rather than a mountain due to its elevation.

The hill is known for its distinctive shape, characterized by a steep and rocky slope on its western side, while the eastern side gently slopes down towards the valley. It is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, attracting hikers, walkers, and nature lovers throughout the year. The well-marked footpaths and trails make it accessible to visitors of all abilities.

At the summit of Chesters Pike, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the Northumberland countryside. On clear days, the sight extends as far as the Scottish borders to the north and the Cheviot Hills to the west. The hill is also home to a variety of flora and fauna, including heather, bilberries, and bird species such as curlew and lapwing.

Surrounding the hill are rolling fields, moorland, and dense forests, adding to the natural beauty of the area. The quiet and peaceful atmosphere of Chesters Pike makes it an ideal spot for a tranquil picnic or simply to enjoy the serenity of the Northumberland countryside.

Overall, Chesters Pike is a stunning hill in Northumberland that offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature, enjoy breathtaking views, and experience the natural wonders of the region.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.000364/-2.4670978 or Grid Reference NY7067. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sheep creep near the site of Turret 43b on Hadrian's Wall
Sheep creep near the site of Turret 43b on Hadrian's Wall
Farm track to Cockmount Hill
Farm track to Cockmount Hill
Unfenced minor road near Cockmount Hill This lane sits in a dip in the terrain between Hadrian's Wall and the B6318 (Military Road) roughly 2 miles north of Haltwhistle.
Unfenced minor road near Cockmount Hill
This lane sits in a dip in the terrain between Hadrian's Wall and the B6318 (Military Road) roughly 2 miles north of Haltwhistle.
The Pennine Way & Hadrian's Wall Path near Milecastle 44
The Pennine Way & Hadrian's Wall Path near Milecastle 44
The Pennine Way & Hadrian's Wall Path near Turret 43B
The Pennine Way & Hadrian's Wall Path near Turret 43B
The Pennine Way & Hadrian's Wall Path near Turret 43A
The Pennine Way & Hadrian's Wall Path near Turret 43A
Old Roman Milestone on Cockmount Hill, Haltwhistle Parish Carved stone post was on Military Way, in parish of HALTWHISTLE (TYNEDALE District). Found Cockmount Hill Wood, now part of gatepost at West end of wood. Roman milestone erected by the Government in the 3rd century. Inscription illegible. Within Hadrian's Wall Scheduled monument. List Entry Number: 1017535 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://web.archive.org/web/20210107221507/https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1017535" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://web.archive.org/web/20210107221507/https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1017535">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> Milestone Society National ID: NB_ROM10.
Old Roman Milestone on Cockmount Hill, Haltwhistle Parish
Carved stone post was on Military Way, in parish of HALTWHISTLE (TYNEDALE District). Found Cockmount Hill Wood, now part of gatepost at West end of wood. Roman milestone erected by the Government in the 3rd century. Inscription illegible. Within Hadrian's Wall Scheduled monument. List Entry Number: 1017535 Archive LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: NB_ROM10.
Cockmount Hill
Cockmount Hill
Farm at Cockmount Hill
Farm at Cockmount Hill
Hadrian's Wall west of Cockmount Hill "I live on a line A thin division between now and always. A boundary, thick with blood. It is a high line Drawn with the ink of glory. A precipice for men to step over, Punished for going to far. The wind of years Batters the line But it never wavers. It is all that has happened and all that remains. I live on a line. I am careful to toe it." Line of Hadrian’s Wall by Penny Grennan from Writing on the Wall <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.newwritingonthewall.co.uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.newwritingonthewall.co.uk">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 west of Cockmount Hill
"I live on a line A thin division between now and always. A boundary, thick with blood. It is a high line Drawn with the ink of glory. A precipice for men to step over, Punished for going to far. The wind of years Batters the line But it never wavers. It is all that has happened and all that remains. I live on a line. I am careful to toe it." Line of Hadrian’s Wall by Penny Grennan from Writing on the Wall LinkExternal link
Alloa Lea Farm The former name appears to have been Allolee.
Alloa Lea Farm
The former name appears to have been Allolee.
Hadrian's Wall Trail north of Allolee
Hadrian's Wall Trail north of Allolee
Track south of Alloa Lea
Track south of Alloa Lea
Path through Cockmounthill Plantation The overgrown remains of Hadrian's Wall are on the left.
Path through Cockmounthill Plantation
The overgrown remains of Hadrian's Wall are on the left.
Scots pines by Alloa Lee Winshields Crag, the highest point of Hadrian's Wall, beyond.
Scots pines by Alloa Lee
Winshields Crag, the highest point of Hadrian's Wall, beyond.
Eastern side of Milecastle 44, Hadrian's Wall Parallel mounds show where the wall and possibly interior buildings once were. It's not known what the Romans called these structures or if they had individual names or numbers to identify them. Surely, they must have had something (or else how would the troops have been given directions)? The 44 is a much more recent numbering system and means that this is the 44th such structure coming from the eastern end of the Wall. This particular milecastle appears to have had little or no excavation.
Eastern side of Milecastle 44, Hadrian's Wall
Parallel mounds show where the wall and possibly interior buildings once were. It's not known what the Romans called these structures or if they had individual names or numbers to identify them. Surely, they must have had something (or else how would the troops have been given directions)? The 44 is a much more recent numbering system and means that this is the 44th such structure coming from the eastern end of the Wall. This particular milecastle appears to have had little or no excavation.
Hadrian's Wall in its 'untouched' state The Wall here has not been consolidated or conserved by recent work nor that of earlier antiquarians such as the Victorian John Clayton. Only the lower courses survive but they are in their original position as the Romans laid them. The rubble interior is exposed and all the original mortar has weathered away. Compare this with sections of Claytons work from the late 19th Century <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2321951">NY7567 : Henshaw : Hadrian's Wall</a> and that of the late 20th Century <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2765839">NY7166 : Hadrian's Wall west of Thorny Doors</a>
Hadrian's Wall in its 'untouched' state
The Wall here has not been consolidated or conserved by recent work nor that of earlier antiquarians such as the Victorian John Clayton. Only the lower courses survive but they are in their original position as the Romans laid them. The rubble interior is exposed and all the original mortar has weathered away. Compare this with sections of Claytons work from the late 19th Century NY7567 : Henshaw : Hadrian's Wall and that of the late 20th Century NY7166 : Hadrian's Wall west of Thorny Doors
Pastures west of Great Chesters The line of Hadrian's Wall and its north defensive ditch can be seen beyond the second dry stone wall.
Pastures west of Great Chesters
The line of Hadrian's Wall and its north defensive ditch can be seen beyond the second dry stone wall.
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Chesters Pike is located at Grid Ref: NY7067 (Lat: 55.000364, Lng: -2.4670978)

Unitary Authority: Northumberland

Police Authority: Northumbria

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///villa.towers.limitless. Near Haltwhistle, Northumberland

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Chesters Pike Burnhead Moss

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Located within 500m of 55.000364,-2.4670978
Burnhead Moss
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 55.002797/-2.4637246
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Chesters Pike
Natural: peak
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Lat/Long: 55.0005898/-2.4671442
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.9964834/-2.4640659
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Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.9961442/-2.4677423
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.9962335/-2.4659264
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