Ewe Hill

Hill, Mountain in Northumberland

England

Ewe Hill

The River Breamish This is a quiet stretch of the River Breamish, caught between the steep flanks of Hartside Hill and Brough Law. Access from this point on foot along the right hand bank of the river is blocked by a fairly substantial rocky outcrop. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.cheviotwalks.co.uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cheviotwalks.co.uk">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> — The River Breamish Credit: Geoff Holland

Ewe Hill is a prominent hill located in Northumberland, England. It is situated in the northern part of the county, near the village of Elsdon. Standing at an elevation of approximately 1,513 feet (461 meters), it is one of the notable peaks in the area.

The hill is characterized by its gently sloping sides, covered with grass and heather, which give it a picturesque appearance. From the summit, there are panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the nearby Cheviot Hills to the north and the Simonside Hills to the east.

Ewe Hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, particularly hikers and walkers, who are drawn to the stunning landscapes and scenic trails that traverse the hill. The routes leading up to the summit offer varying degrees of difficulty, catering to both experienced climbers and casual walkers.

The hill is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including heather, bilberry, and various species of birds and mammals. Additionally, the area surrounding Ewe Hill is dotted with ancient archaeological sites, such as Bronze Age burial cairns and Iron Age hill forts, adding to its historical significance.

Ewe Hill is easily accessible by road, with several parking areas located nearby, allowing visitors to embark on their adventure with ease. It is a place where nature enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the beauty of Northumberland's countryside, enjoy breathtaking views, and experience the serenity of the great outdoors.

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Ewe Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.433453/-1.9982497 or Grid Reference NU0015. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The River Breamish

This is a quiet stretch of the River Breamish, caught between the steep flanks of Hartside Hill and Brough Law. Access from this point on foot along the right hand bank of the river is blocked by a fairly substantial rocky outcrop. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Footbridge across Greensidehill Burn

The footbridge lies close to a ford across the same burn just prior to it joining the River Breamish. In the middle distance are Ingram Glidders (called locally glitters), in other words the scree on the western slopes of Brough Law. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Confluence of the Greensidehill Burn and the River Breamish

Here, opposite the steep western slopes of Brough Law, the Greensidehill Burn flows into the larger River Breamish. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Stile near Hartside Hill

The green and yellow roundel attached to the fence indicates that a public footpath heads to the right after crossing the stile although there is no indication of a footpath on the ground. Ahead, stretches the Breamish Valley squeezed between the steep slopes of Brough Law and Hartside Hill. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Ford across the Greensidehill Burn

This small ford lies close to the small footbridge shown at Link and the confluence of the burn with the River Breamish Link. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Brough Law, Northumberland

Looking west over moorland from Brough Law Hillfort. The stone wall in the foreground is part of the remains of the Iron Age hillfort settlement.

Rebecca A Wills

Brough Law, Northumberland

Looking west from the south of Brough Law.

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River Island, River Breamish

This appears to be a good example of river bifurcation, which occurs when a river flowing in a single stream separates into two or more separate streams which then continue downstream. If the streams eventually merge again then the bifurcation forms a river island, as in this particular case. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

The fort on Brough Law

This is an Iron age fort showing three lines of concentric walls.

Gordon Brown

Looking over the valley of the Chesters Burn

On the Ingram Hill Forts Trail.

Gordon Brown

Brough Law Iron Age bivallet hillfort and hut circle

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Mick Garratt

View to Hartside Hill

Mick Garratt

The River Breamish from the Air

Andy Beecroft

Brough Law, Northumberland

Looking east-northeast from the vicinity of Brough Law in the direction of the village of Ingram.

Rebecca A Wills

Ewe Hill, Northumberland

Looking south across moorland towards Ewe Hill.

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Middle Dean, Northumberland

Looking over the perimeter of Middle Dean Hillfort, to the right is the deep gully of Middledean Burn,

Rebecca A Wills

Cochrane Pike, Northumberland

Looking east-northeast from west of Cochrane Pike. In the middle distance (left to right) can be seen Wether Hill, West Hill and Old Fawdon Hill. On top of both Wether Hill and Old Fawden Hill can be found the remains of ancient settlements.

Rebecca A Wills