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Housedon Hill

Hill, Mountain in Northumberland

England

Housedon Hill

Kilham farm
Kilham farm Credit: P Gaskell

Housedon Hill, located in Northumberland, England, is a prominent hill and a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. Rising to an elevation of approximately 265 meters (869 feet), it is part of the Cheviot Hills, a range known for its stunning natural beauty.

The hill is characterized by its rolling grassy slopes, which are covered in heather and grasses, providing a picturesque landscape that changes with the seasons. Housedon Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the nearby Simonside Hills and the Northumberland National Park.

The hill is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. Visitors may spot various bird species, such as curlews, lapwings, and red grouse, as well as mammals like hares and rabbits. The hill also boasts a rich historical and archaeological significance, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age.

Housedon Hill is easily accessible, with several well-marked footpaths leading to its summit. The most popular route starts from the nearby village of Alwinton, and the ascent is moderate, making it suitable for hikers of all abilities. Along the way, walkers can enjoy the tranquil beauty of the surrounding countryside and may encounter grazing sheep and cattle.

Overall, Housedon Hill offers a wonderful opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts to experience the natural wonders of Northumberland, with its stunning views, abundant wildlife, and rich historical heritage.

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Housedon Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.588046/-2.1567045 or Grid Reference NT9032. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Kilham farm
Kilham farm
The approach to Coldside Hill A blustery August afternoon on the approach to Coldside Hill near Manors.
The approach to Coldside Hill
A blustery August afternoon on the approach to Coldside Hill near Manors.
Storm Arwen damage on Housedon Hill The remains of a small strip of a former conifer plantation left after harvesting, presumably as a shelter belt; this was decimated by Storm Arwen (26/27 November 2021).
Storm Arwen damage on Housedon Hill
The remains of a small strip of a former conifer plantation left after harvesting, presumably as a shelter belt; this was decimated by Storm Arwen (26/27 November 2021).
Heading down Coldside Hill The steep western slopes of Coldside Hill adjacent to a conifer plantation, bound for the 'pass' between Coldside and Housedon Hill.
Heading down Coldside Hill
The steep western slopes of Coldside Hill adjacent to a conifer plantation, bound for the 'pass' between Coldside and Housedon Hill.
A path below Coldside Hill Looking back to the 'pass' between Coldside Hill (right) and Housedon Hill (left).
A path below Coldside Hill
Looking back to the 'pass' between Coldside Hill (right) and Housedon Hill (left).
Canno Mill A view down to the Glen valley at Canno Mill from near Crookhouse.
Canno Mill
A view down to the Glen valley at Canno Mill from near Crookhouse.
Crookhouse The Crookhouse steading with Housedon Hill providing the backdrop.
Crookhouse
The Crookhouse steading with Housedon Hill providing the backdrop.
Farm track, Kypie Farm lane running beside one of the many small woodlands providing timber and shelter for game.
Farm track, Kypie
Farm lane running beside one of the many small woodlands providing timber and shelter for game.
Housedon Hill Taken from the track between West Flodden and Kirknewton as it crosses the Kypie Hill pass. The remains of an old hawthorn hedge can be seen, victim to climate and the easier to maintain wire fencing. As well as woodland this high ground is under sheep grazing.
Housedon Hill
Taken from the track between West Flodden and Kirknewton as it crosses the Kypie Hill pass. The remains of an old hawthorn hedge can be seen, victim to climate and the easier to maintain wire fencing. As well as woodland this high ground is under sheep grazing.
Housedon Hill The summit area of Housedon Hill (267m) shared between woodland and rough grazing. Housedon is the northernmost hill in England with at least 150m of reascent on all sides.
Housedon Hill
The summit area of Housedon Hill (267m) shared between woodland and rough grazing. Housedon is the northernmost hill in England with at least 150m of reascent on all sides.
SOTA Activation of Housedon Hill 7th November 2005 Operating from the summit of Housedon Hill - Grid ref NT 90219 32901
SOTA Activation of Housedon Hill 7th November 2005
Operating from the summit of Housedon Hill - Grid ref NT 90219 32901
Bowmont Water At the point where the Kilham burn joins the Bowmont Water. Follow Bowmont Water Upstream <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/165340">NT8733 : Bowmont Water</a> Follow Kilham Burn <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/165346">NT8832 : Kilham Valley</a> Move Downstream <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/165374">NT9030 : Bowmont Water</a>
Bowmont Water
At the point where the Kilham burn joins the Bowmont Water. Follow Bowmont Water Upstream NT8733 : Bowmont Water Follow Kilham Burn NT8832 : Kilham Valley Move Downstream NT9030 : Bowmont Water
Sheep below Barley Hill Near Thornington Farm.
Sheep below Barley Hill
Near Thornington Farm.
Pasture field Viewed from the B6352 road with Tuperee Farm in the distance.
Pasture field
Viewed from the B6352 road with Tuperee Farm in the distance.
Track at Howtel Farm This is also a right of way path over to Branxton Moor.
Track at Howtel Farm
This is also a right of way path over to Branxton Moor.
Thornington Farm
Thornington Farm
Public footpath sign The start of a walk from Thornington Farm to Old Beaumont Church half a mile to the East-southeast.
Public footpath sign
The start of a walk from Thornington Farm to Old Beaumont Church half a mile to the East-southeast.
Houses at Howtel By the B6352.
Houses at Howtel
By the B6352.
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Housedon Hill is located at Grid Ref: NT9032 (Lat: 55.588046, Lng: -2.1567045)

Unitary Authority: Northumberland

Police Authority: Northumbria

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///tumblers.beefed.deputy. Near Kirknewton, Northumberland

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Housedon Hill
Ele: 267
Natural: peak
Wikidata: Q5915765
Wikipedia: en:Housedon Hill
Lat/Long: 55.5901575/-2.1564113
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