Beacon Hill

Hill, Mountain in Northumberland

England

Beacon Hill

Chirdon Burn
Chirdon Burn Credit: Steven Brown

Beacon Hill, Northumberland, is a prominent hill located in the county of Northumberland, England. Standing at an elevation of approximately 814 feet (248 meters), it is known for its stunning panoramic views and rich historical significance.

Situated near the town of Morpeth, Beacon Hill is part of the wider Northumberland National Park. The hill is a popular destination for hikers, walkers, and nature enthusiasts due to its accessible trails and picturesque surroundings. The area is abundant in diverse flora and fauna, offering visitors the opportunity to observe various species of plants and wildlife.

The name Beacon Hill derives from its historical use as a signaling point during times of conflict. In the past, fires would be lit on the hill as a means of communication and warning to nearby areas. This historical significance adds to the charm and intrigue of Beacon Hill.

At the summit of Beacon Hill, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding Northumberland countryside. On a clear day, one can see as far as the Cheviot Hills to the north and even the North Sea to the east. The hilltop also provides a vantage point to admire the picturesque landscape, including rolling green fields, meandering rivers, and distant villages.

Beacon Hill, Northumberland, offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, historical interest, and recreational opportunities. Whether one seeks a peaceful stroll, a challenging hike, or simply a place to appreciate the grandeur of the Northumberland landscape, Beacon Hill is a destination not to be missed.

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Beacon Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.13452/-2.4377644 or Grid Reference NY7282. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Chirdon Burn
Chirdon Burn
Forestry road near Chirdonhead
Forestry road near Chirdonhead
Forest Track above Chirdon Head
Forest Track above Chirdon Head
Forest Track and Ride
Forest Track and Ride
Rowantree Cleugh
Rowantree Cleugh
Chirdon Head Outdoor Centre On a previous visit in August 2008 we wondered if this was an outdoor centre but couldn't find any information about.  Since then a large extension has been built but not quite finished.  It belongs to the Cramlington Volunteer Youth Project.
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Chirdon Head Outdoor Centre
On a previous visit in August 2008 we wondered if this was an outdoor centre but couldn't find any information about. Since then a large extension has been built but not quite finished. It belongs to the Cramlington Volunteer Youth Project. LinkExternal link
Forest road in Kielder Forest Heading south towards Irish Bridge. The enclosure on the left is presumably a new plantation protected by fence from the depredations of deer.
Forest road in Kielder Forest
Heading south towards Irish Bridge. The enclosure on the left is presumably a new plantation protected by fence from the depredations of deer.
Gate into young plantation A rather curious sloping gate admits the footpath to Chirdon Head into a young plantation.
Gate into young plantation
A rather curious sloping gate admits the footpath to Chirdon Head into a young plantation.
Gate into young plantation The enclosure  is presumably a new plantation protected by fence from the depredations of deer.
Gate into young plantation
The enclosure is presumably a new plantation protected by fence from the depredations of deer.
Little-used forest road At Allerybank in Kielder Forest.
Little-used forest road
At Allerybank in Kielder Forest.
Waymark for the Alternative Pennine Way The marker indicates a public footpath, and also the logo of the Alternative Pennine Way. The APW is a strictly unofficial long distance walk from Ashbourne to Jedburgh, the subject of a Cicerone Guide published in 1992. It avoids much of the higher, boggier parts of the Pennine Way proper, but is little known and little walked. This and the one seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5248386">NY7273 : Waymark in Wark Forest</a> are the only waymarks for the APW that I have ever seen.
Waymark for the Alternative Pennine Way
The marker indicates a public footpath, and also the logo of the Alternative Pennine Way. The APW is a strictly unofficial long distance walk from Ashbourne to Jedburgh, the subject of a Cicerone Guide published in 1992. It avoids much of the higher, boggier parts of the Pennine Way proper, but is little known and little walked. This and the one seen in NY7273 : Waymark in Wark Forest are the only waymarks for the APW that I have ever seen.
Chirdon Burn Looking upstream. Compare with the view <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/967196">NY7381 : Chirdon Burn, looking upstream</a> taken in 2008. The stand of timber  to the right has been largely felled.
Chirdon Burn
Looking upstream. Compare with the view NY7381 : Chirdon Burn, looking upstream taken in 2008. The stand of timber to the right has been largely felled.
Forest road junction at Hans Hill The Chirdon Burn flows in the dip beyond.
Forest road junction at Hans Hill
The Chirdon Burn flows in the dip beyond.
Cage and water tank near Farewell Hill The function of the cage is not obvious. The water tank is fed from the very limited catchment which is the roof of the cage.
Cage and water tank near Farewell Hill
The function of the cage is not obvious. The water tank is fed from the very limited catchment which is the roof of the cage.
Little-used forest track in Kielder Forest Near Farewell Hill.
Little-used forest track in Kielder Forest
Near Farewell Hill.
Forest track south of Hans Hill A straight section of forest track to the south of Hans Hill.
Forest track south of Hans Hill
A straight section of forest track to the south of Hans Hill.
Track junction at Hans Hill A junction of forestry tracks at Hans Hill. The track leaving the main one at the junction is gated.
Track junction at Hans Hill
A junction of forestry tracks at Hans Hill. The track leaving the main one at the junction is gated.
The Chirdon Burn south of Allerybank Looking downstream along the Chirdon Burn from a bridge which carries a forest track over the watercourse to the south of Allerybank.
The Chirdon Burn south of Allerybank
Looking downstream along the Chirdon Burn from a bridge which carries a forest track over the watercourse to the south of Allerybank.
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Beacon Hill is located at Grid Ref: NY7282 (Lat: 55.13452, Lng: -2.4377644)

Unitary Authority: Northumberland

Police Authority: Northumbria

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