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Kip Law

Hill, Mountain in Northumberland

England

Kip Law

South Tynedale Railway south of Kirkhaugh Station The path alongside is the South Tyne Trail to Haltwhistle.
South Tynedale Railway south of Kirkhaugh Station Credit: Clive Nicholson

Kip Law is a prominent hill located in the county of Northumberland, England. It is situated near the village of West Woodburn, approximately 25 miles northwest of Newcastle upon Tyne. Rising to an elevation of 456 meters (1,496 feet), Kip Law is considered one of the highest peaks in the area and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is part of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, renowned for its rugged and unspoiled landscapes. Kip Law is characterized by its distinctive cone-shaped summit and steep slopes, covered in heather and grasses. The hill is mainly composed of sandstone, which gives it a unique reddish-brown hue.

Kip Law is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, attracting hikers, walkers, and nature lovers. Several well-marked trails and footpaths traverse the hill, providing opportunities for both challenging hikes and leisurely strolls. On a clear day, visitors can enjoy vistas extending as far as the Cheviot Hills to the north and the Pennine Range to the south.

The area surrounding Kip Law is rich in wildlife, with various species of birds, including buzzards and kestrels, often seen soaring overhead. The hill is also home to a diverse range of flora, with heather, bilberry, and grasses dominating the landscape.

Overall, Kip Law is a remarkable natural feature that offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of Northumberland's countryside, providing a memorable experience for anyone seeking tranquility and stunning vistas.

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South Tynedale Railway south of Kirkhaugh Station The path alongside is the South Tyne Trail to Haltwhistle.
South Tynedale Railway south of Kirkhaugh Station
The path alongside is the South Tyne Trail to Haltwhistle.
South Tynedale Railway just north of Kirkhaugh Station The path alongside is the South Tyne Trail to Haltwhistle.
South Tynedale Railway just north of Kirkhaugh Station
The path alongside is the South Tyne Trail to Haltwhistle.
Bridge over South Tynedale Railway just north of Kirkhaugh Station
Bridge over South Tynedale Railway just north of Kirkhaugh Station
Kirkhaugh station building on the South Tynedale Railway One of two intermediate stations between Alston and Slaggyford on the South Tynedale Railway. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
Kirkhaugh station building on the South Tynedale Railway
One of two intermediate stations between Alston and Slaggyford on the South Tynedale Railway. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
A water tank south of Kirkhaugh Station Water for thirsty locomotives on the South Tynedale Railway just south of Kirkhaugh Station. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
A water tank south of Kirkhaugh Station
Water for thirsty locomotives on the South Tynedale Railway just south of Kirkhaugh Station. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
Lort Burn Crossing, South Tynedale Railway 1 mile, 78.86 chains from Alston on the South Tynedale Railway. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
Lort Burn Crossing, South Tynedale Railway
1 mile, 78.86 chains from Alston on the South Tynedale Railway. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
The Pennine Way near Kirkhaugh
The Pennine Way near Kirkhaugh
Railway Cutting on South Tynedale Railway The path alongside is the South Tyne Trail to Haltwhistle.
Railway Cutting on South Tynedale Railway
The path alongside is the South Tyne Trail to Haltwhistle.
Bridge over South Tynedale Railway The path alongside is the South Tyne Trail to Haltwhistle.
Bridge over South Tynedale Railway
The path alongside is the South Tyne Trail to Haltwhistle.
An overbridge north of Kirkhaugh on the South Tynedale Railway This occupation bridge on the former Alston Branch permits access to farmland east of the South Tynedale Railway. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
An overbridge north of Kirkhaugh on the South Tynedale Railway
This occupation bridge on the former Alston Branch permits access to farmland east of the South Tynedale Railway. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.
The Pennine Way near Kirkhaugh
The Pennine Way near Kirkhaugh
Railway Bridge over South Tyne Railway The path alongside is the South Tyne Trail between Alston and Haltwhistle
Railway Bridge over South Tyne Railway
The path alongside is the South Tyne Trail between Alston and Haltwhistle
Low Row Low Row Farm on the side of Ayle Common.
Low Row
Low Row Farm on the side of Ayle Common.
Ayle Common A view over the South Tyne Valley from Ayle Common looking back on a section of Isaac's Tea Trail going back to Alston from near Kirkhaugh. Open air revivalist camp meetings were held by the Primitive Methodists at this place.
Ayle Common
A view over the South Tyne Valley from Ayle Common looking back on a section of Isaac's Tea Trail going back to Alston from near Kirkhaugh. Open air revivalist camp meetings were held by the Primitive Methodists at this place.
Low Row bastle (Knaresdale with Kirkhaugh) Low Row is a bastle-like house, built in the 18th century. The old farmhouse is a three storeyed building, facing west and fronting onto the road; attached to the south end is a later farm building. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.keystothepast.info/Pages/pgDetail.aspx?PRN=N6370" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.keystothepast.info/Pages/pgDetail.aspx?PRN=N6370">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>
Low Row bastle (Knaresdale with Kirkhaugh)
Low Row is a bastle-like house, built in the 18th century. The old farmhouse is a three storeyed building, facing west and fronting onto the road; attached to the south end is a later farm building. LinkExternal link
Low Row Farmhouse (disused) Low Row is a bastle-like house, built in the 18th century. The old farmhouse is a three storeyed building, facing west and fronting onto the road; attached to the south end is a later farm building. (building to the right) <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.keystothepast.info/Pages/pgDetail.aspx?PRN=N6370" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.keystothepast.info/Pages/pgDetail.aspx?PRN=N6370">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>
Low Row Farmhouse (disused)
Low Row is a bastle-like house, built in the 18th century. The old farmhouse is a three storeyed building, facing west and fronting onto the road; attached to the south end is a later farm building. (building to the right) LinkExternal link
Ayle Common Looking to the west from the A686 over Alston Moor.
Ayle Common
Looking to the west from the A686 over Alston Moor.
Gated road at Low Row
Gated road at Low Row
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Kip Law is located at Grid Ref: NY7150 (Lat: 54.848595, Lng: -2.4500796)

Unitary Authority: Northumberland

Police Authority: Northumbria

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