Haggie Hill

Hill, Mountain in Durham

England

Haggie Hill

Wall and grassy track climbing out of valley The wall climbs to the north from the valley of the Blackton Beck.
The run of knolls on the skyline are known as Knotts. — Wall and grassy track climbing out of valley Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Haggie Hill, located in Durham, is a prominent geographical feature that stands as a testament to the region's diverse landscape. Rising to an elevation of approximately 1,200 feet, Haggie Hill is classified as a hill, although its steep slopes and rocky terrain give it the appearance of a small mountain.

Situated amidst the rolling countryside of Durham, Haggie Hill offers awe-inspiring views of the surrounding landscape. Its summit provides a vantage point from which visitors can enjoy panoramic vistas of lush green valleys, meandering rivers, and picturesque farmland. On a clear day, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the distant Durham Cathedral towering over the city.

The hill's terrain is rugged and can be challenging to navigate, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and hikers seeking a moderate to strenuous climb. It is advisable for visitors to come prepared with appropriate footwear and clothing, as well as ample water and snacks for the duration of their hike.

Haggie Hill is also home to a variety of flora and fauna, with its slopes adorned with heather, gorse, and other wildflowers. The hill's rocky outcrops provide habitats for various bird species, including kestrels and buzzards, making it a haven for birdwatching enthusiasts.

Whether it be for a challenging hike, breathtaking views, or a chance to immerse oneself in nature, Haggie Hill offers a unique experience for those visiting Durham and seeking to explore its diverse landscapes.

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Haggie Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.618411/-2.0207802 or Grid Reference NY9824. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Wall and grassy track climbing out of valley

The wall climbs to the north from the valley of the Blackton Beck. The run of knolls on the skyline are known as Knotts.

Trevor Littlewood

Nemour Hall

Nemour Hall appears in this image as a fairly modest house with a barn attached at the rear; it is in fact revealed to be a quite large building once the front comes into view.

Trevor Littlewood

Junction of B classified roads outside Eggleston

The B6282 and the B6278 meet just east of the County Durham village of Eggleston. The blue and yellow road sign is characteristic of a style of signage introduced by County Durham some years ago.

Trevor Littlewood

Bleak moorland above Blackton Head

David Brown

Frozen track on Nemour Hill

David Brown

Track to Grey Carrs

Taken from just beyond the end of the public road, at the point where a rather esoteric public footpath turns south west to end at a random point of no destination. The more useful public right of way is the bridleway which starts up this track up Nemour Hill, and breaks out onto the open fell to cross the southern slopes of Grey Carrs. Although, as a bridleway, one has every right to pursue this route on a bike, it is not particularly enjoyable, being deeply rutted, boggy or deep in heather in various stages of the crossing.

Andy Waddington

Nemour Hall

The unusually named Nemour Hall is seen beyond the tree, right of centre; it lies above fields overlooking the village of Eggleston.

Trevor Littlewood

Road junction at Eggleston

To the left and away from the camera the B6282 Middleton to Copley road; to the right the B6281 which crosses the Tees to Mickleton. See also NZ0023 : Road junction, Eggleston for a view of another junction a short way to the north.

Oliver Dixon

Old Milestone by the B6282, Eggleston

Carved stone post by the B6282, in parish of EGGLESTON (TEESDALE District), 50m East of Stobgreen Sike, under hedge, opposite brown sign for Eggleston Gardens, on North side of road. Edge stone, erected by the Eggleston Coal Road turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : EDGE / 5½ : : MIDN / 4 : Grade II Listed. List Entry Number:1121633 Link

Milestone Society National ID: DU_MTEG04.

C Minto & IA Davison

Eggleston : Moor Lane B6282

Looking along Moor Lane.

Lewis Clarke

Eggleston : Moor Lane B6282

Looking along the B6282.

Lewis Clarke

Stobgreen plantation

Looking SE from position

Iain Macaulay

Middle Nemour and Stobgreen Plantation

Ken Crosby

Sheep Pens above Eggleston

Sheep in pens close to Blackton Beck on the moor above Eggleston.

Gordon Hatton

The way to Hamsterley

Bridleway across the moors leading to Hamsterley. This section is well surfaced, probably for the benefit of grouse shooting parties.

Gordon Hatton

Blackton Beck

View looking up Blackton Beck towards Blackton Head on Eggleston Common.

Peter McDermott

Hell Beck

Looking from the West Barnley track, the stream on the left of the photo looks the bigger, but, in fact, it rises from a spring just a short distance left of the photographer. The main tributary is to the right, in a V-shaped valley behind the hawthorns. At the confluence, these streams form Hell Beck, which soon flows into woods to merge with Nab Gill, before the combined waters flow into the River Tees just downstream from Eggleston Bridge.

Andy Waddington

Road Junction near Eggleston

This photograph shows a view of the junction between the B6282 road (from where the picture was taken) and the B6281 road to Mickleton (going off to the left). The picture was taken looking in a south-westerly direction towards Eggleston Hall.

Philip Barker

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Haggie Hill is located at Grid Ref: NY9824 (Lat: 54.618411, Lng: -2.0207802)

Unitary Authority: County Durham

Police Authority: Durham