High Bradshaw Hill

Hill, Mountain in Northumberland

England

High Bradshaw Hill

Trig point on Pike Rigg Pike Rigg is a minor elongated rise on Whitfield Moor. Stones have been gathered close to the pillar and some have been formed into a &#039;currick&#039; which is just out of view to the right. The small building in the distance is used as a store for a farmer or shepherd. — Trig point on Pike Rigg Credit: Trevor Littlewood

High Bradshaw Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Northumberland, England. Standing at an elevation of 247 meters (810 feet), it forms part of the stunning North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This hill is situated within the picturesque village of Blanchland, which lies approximately 32 kilometers (20 miles) southwest of Hexham.

High Bradshaw Hill boasts a distinctive conical shape, making it a noticeable landmark in the region. It is primarily composed of sandstone and limestone, with rugged slopes covered in a mix of grasses, heather, and bracken. This diverse vegetation supports a range of wildlife, including various bird species and small mammals.

At the summit of High Bradshaw Hill, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. On clear days, it is possible to see as far as the Cheviot Hills to the north and even glimpses of the North Sea to the east.

The hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering numerous walking and hiking trails that cater to different skill levels. The challenging ascent to the summit provides a rewarding experience for those seeking a more strenuous adventure. Additionally, the hill is also a favored spot for paragliders, offering ideal wind conditions and expansive views from the air.

Overall, High Bradshaw Hill is a natural gem in the heart of Northumberland, offering both locals and visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in the region's stunning landscape and enjoy outdoor activities in a tranquil setting.

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High Bradshaw Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.878372/-2.4364159 or Grid Reference NY7253. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Trig point on Pike Rigg

Pike Rigg is a minor elongated rise on Whitfield Moor. Stones have been gathered close to the pillar and some have been formed into a 'currick' which is just out of view to the right. The small building in the distance is used as a store for a farmer or shepherd.

Moorland, Coanwood

Moorland, Coanwood

Moorland, Kirkhaugh

Moorland, Kirkhaugh

Moorland slope rising to Pike Rigg

Gently rising moorland alongside a boundary fence, north of Willyshaw Rigg.

Trevor Littlewood

Ladder stile for 'recommended footpath'

The 'recommended footpath' climbs from the A686 to the south of this location. There's a notice there that asks that walkers use the route. There's hardly a trace of an actual path on the ground as presumably, there are few who wish to climb to Pike Rigg, the hill above. All of the land hereabouts is of course access land in any case!

Trevor Littlewood

Whitfield Lough

Whitfield Lough is an unusually large sheet of water for the northern Pennines, it lies to the north-west of the minor feature Pike Rigg, in an area of desolate moorland.

Trevor Littlewood

Stream groove on Mainsrigg Fell

Mainsrigg Fell is part of the moorland upland Pike Rigg. The stream head doesn't register on OS mapping but must surely feed into Little Willy's Sike. West Allendale is in the distance.

Trevor Littlewood

Moorland east of Pike Rigg

Pike Rigg is part of Whitfield Moor, here, east of the trig point and hut which are at the high point. The ridge in the far distance lies between the East and West Allendales.

Trevor Littlewood

Heather along ridge of Pike Rigg

Pike Rigg is a heathery moorland ridge. The highest point is close to the tall cairn in the distance where there's also a trig point. The small building to the right of the cairn is securely locked and acts as a home for pigeons and / or doves, as well no doubt, as having other uses.

Trevor Littlewood

Trees on moorland, beside dry stone wall

The trees lie beyond the end of a hill road climbing from Eals on to Snope Common above the valley of the Snope Burn. An ATV track continues for some way beyond the road end, it can be seen in the foreground passing over grass which has gone to seed.

Trevor Littlewood

Upper groove of Snope Burn

At about this location on Snope Common a number of feeding streams have come together forming Snope Burn. There's a footbridge just below; it comes up beside the black-painted fence with steps rising from the bridge itself; the top step is in view.

Trevor Littlewood

Grass gone to seed on Low Bradshaw Hill

Low Bradshaw Hill has no real identity of its own, it's merely a named location along a moorland ridge close to a shallow col. The moorland dome in the distance is Ayle Common; it's on the far side of the valley of the Barhaugh Burn.

Trevor Littlewood

Fence line along moorland

The fence connects a location of little significance named on some OS maps as Hog Hill, with another moorland feature, Low Bradshaw Hill which is also of little note. Even in the image with good visibility it's hard to identify its position which is on the rising slope near to the centre of the photograph.

Trevor Littlewood