Toft Hill

Hill, Mountain in Northumberland

England

Toft Hill

Bridleway, Havannah Nature Reserve
Bridleway, Havannah Nature Reserve Credit: David Robinson

Toft Hill is a small village located in the county of Northumberland, England. Situated in the northern part of the country, it lies approximately 15 miles southwest of Newcastle upon Tyne. Despite its name, Toft Hill is not actually a hill or a mountain, but rather a village nestled within the undulating landscape of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The village itself is characterized by its picturesque setting, surrounded by rolling hills and green fields. It is predominantly a residential area, with a small population of around 1,000 inhabitants. The architecture in Toft Hill is a mix of traditional stone-built houses and more modern developments, giving it a distinct charm.

Although not a major tourist destination, Toft Hill offers visitors a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Northumberland countryside. The surrounding area provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. Additionally, the nearby North Pennines offer stunning views and a chance to explore the region's diverse flora and fauna.

Despite its rural location, Toft Hill benefits from good transport links, with easy access to nearby towns and cities. The village has a few amenities, including a primary school, a post office, and a local pub. For more extensive shopping and entertainment options, residents typically travel to nearby towns like Bishop Auckland or Durham.

In summary, Toft Hill is a tranquil village situated amidst the scenic beauty of the Northumberland countryside. With its charming architecture and proximity to natural attractions, it offers a peaceful retreat for both residents and visitors alike.

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Toft Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.047078/-1.6844074 or Grid Reference NZ2072. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bridleway, Havannah Nature Reserve
Bridleway, Havannah Nature Reserve
Bridleway, Havannah Nature Reserve The reserve occupies the former site of Hazlerigg colliery and drift mine, the bridleway follows the route of the mineral railway within the site.
Bridleway, Havannah Nature Reserve
The reserve occupies the former site of Hazlerigg colliery and drift mine, the bridleway follows the route of the mineral railway within the site.
Approach Lighting System The approach lighting system guiding aircraft to the east end of Newcastle airport.
Approach Lighting System
The approach lighting system guiding aircraft to the east end of Newcastle airport.
Prestwick Carr Road Part of the National Cycle Network and a yellow road, but it has sunk into the moss in an irregular fashion making it a sump killer.  The warnings at the beginning of the road mean it.
Prestwick Carr Road
Part of the National Cycle Network and a yellow road, but it has sunk into the moss in an irregular fashion making it a sump killer. The warnings at the beginning of the road mean it.
Prestwick Carr Road Military training area and wetland.
Prestwick Carr Road
Military training area and wetland.
Prestwick Carr A big area of mossland with deep drainage ditches. It is also used as a military training area.
Prestwick Carr
A big area of mossland with deep drainage ditches. It is also used as a military training area.
Drainage ditch, Prestwick Carr The water was low during a dry spell.   Followed by a wet Winter.
Drainage ditch, Prestwick Carr
The water was low during a dry spell. Followed by a wet Winter.
Prestwick Carr Road - one for the Landys Looks smoother than it is, there are numerous high humps and deep depressions in the surface and it  is definitely not recommended for normal vehicles.
Prestwick Carr Road - one for the Landys
Looks smoother than it is, there are numerous high humps and deep depressions in the surface and it is definitely not recommended for normal vehicles.
Newcastle Airport Taken in summer of 1985 when spending time on the terminal roof was a joy for small boys, and their dad! Not allowed nowadays in the much larger terminal building.
Newcastle Airport
Taken in summer of 1985 when spending time on the terminal roof was a joy for small boys, and their dad! Not allowed nowadays in the much larger terminal building.
Busy Newcastle Airport But why so busy about the autumn of 1983? Concorde flew in about this time, but that doesn't explain all the other aircraft.

Plane spotters were still welcome on the roof in those days.
Busy Newcastle Airport
But why so busy about the autumn of 1983? Concorde flew in about this time, but that doesn't explain all the other aircraft. Plane spotters were still welcome on the roof in those days.
Grassland, Preswick Carr Looking across the flat nature reserve of Preswick Carr.
Grassland, Preswick Carr
Looking across the flat nature reserve of Preswick Carr.
Grass field, Preswick Carr Flat grazing land on Preswick Carr to the west of Dinnington.
Grass field, Preswick Carr
Flat grazing land on Preswick Carr to the west of Dinnington.
Lane crossing Preswick Carr Looking east along the narrow lane which crosses Preswick Carr.
Lane crossing Preswick Carr
Looking east along the narrow lane which crosses Preswick Carr.
The Square, Prestwick
The Square, Prestwick
Lane to Mayfair House Looking along a road from Prestwick towards Mayfair House.
Lane to Mayfair House
Looking along a road from Prestwick towards Mayfair House.
Fields north of Prestwick Looking across farmland from a road north of Prestwick.
Fields north of Prestwick
Looking across farmland from a road north of Prestwick.
Lane to Prestwick Looking along a lane between Mayfair House and Prestwick.
Lane to Prestwick
Looking along a lane between Mayfair House and Prestwick.
Wet lane near Prestwick Looking along a road to the north of Prestwick.
Wet lane near Prestwick
Looking along a road to the north of Prestwick.
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Toft Hill is located at Grid Ref: NZ2072 (Lat: 55.047078, Lng: -1.6844074)

Unitary Authority: Newcastle upon Tyne

Police Authority: Northumbria

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