Emily Cleugh

Valley in Northumberland

England

Emily Cleugh

Ruin south of Fairplay Credit: Mike Quinn

Emily Cleugh is a small hamlet located in the county of Northumberland, England. Situated in the picturesque region of the Tyne Valley, it is nestled amidst the breathtaking North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The hamlet is part of the larger village of Slaley and is renowned for its tranquil and idyllic setting.

With a population of around 200 residents, Emily Cleugh offers a close-knit community atmosphere. The hamlet is characterized by a cluster of traditional stone-built houses, many of which date back several centuries, adding to its historic charm. The surrounding countryside features rolling hills, lush green meadows, and meandering rivers, providing an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike.

While relatively secluded, Emily Cleugh benefits from its close proximity to nearby amenities. The village of Slaley, just a short distance away, offers a range of services including a primary school, shops, and a post office. Additionally, the market town of Hexham is within easy reach, providing further amenities and a wider selection of shops and restaurants.

For nature enthusiasts, Emily Cleugh serves as an ideal base for exploring the surrounding natural beauty. The North Pennines is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering numerous walking and cycling trails, as well as opportunities for birdwatching and wildlife spotting.

Overall, Emily Cleugh, Northumberland, presents a quintessential English hamlet experience. Its scenic location, close community, and access to stunning countryside make it an appealing destination for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle.

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Emily Cleugh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.839028/-2.3691176 or Grid Reference NY7649. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ruin south of Fairplay

Mike Quinn

Disused mine shaft south of Fairplay

Mike Quinn

Old railway goods van near Mohope Head (2)

See also NY7750 : Old railway goods van near Mohope Head.

Mike Quinn

The upper Mohope valley

Shows the location of NY7750 : Old railway goods van near Mohope Head (2). In the middle distance (centre) is NY7749 : Appletree Shield and on the far side of the valley above the woodland is NY7848 : New House (both photographed by Andrew Smith).

Mike Quinn

Fence and wall junction with stile

In West Allendale a rough lane leads onto a ridge above Keirsleywell Row. A byway follows that lane and from the byway branches a path which crosses the fence by the stile in the photograph.

Trevor Littlewood

Boundary stone and fence on moorland above West Allendale

A line of boundary stones follows a ridge towards Hard Rigg on the watershed between the Rivers Nent and West Allen; the stones are deeply cut with the letter H on one side and W on the other; the stones generally are numbered on top, this being number 10. The view beyond is to the north and Whitfield Moor.

Trevor Littlewood

Ruined building at confluence of Mohope and Wellhope Burns

The Mohope Burn is below to the left, the Wellhope to the right. The ruin is in the angle of the confluence; its purpose unknown.

Trevor Littlewood

Mohope Head

Shows the location of NY7750 : Old railway goods van near Mohope Head (2) (just right of centre, at the far end of the field beyond the line of trees).

Mike Quinn

Track and rough pastures south of Fairplay

With Mohope Moor beyond. For a view back from the other side of the trees, see NY7650 : Ruin south of Fairplay.

Mike Quinn

Old mine shaft above Mohope Head

Looking across the Mohope valley towards NY7750 : Hesleywell Farm.

Mike Quinn

Mohope Head (2)

Looking across the valley towards NY7750 : Hesleywell Farm.

Mike Quinn

Mere stone in Mohope

For walkers on Isaac's Tea Trail the lone mere stone is a poignant reminder of the time when land at Mohope was held under common ownership until around the late 1700s. It would also have acted as a marker for the established path for livestock to be driven. It also served to differentiate land use between summer hay crops and winter pasture.

Roger Morris