Lisle Cleugh

Valley in Northumberland

England

Lisle Cleugh

Lisle Cleugh is a picturesque valley located in the county of Northumberland, in the northeast of England. Situated near the small village of Bellingham, Lisle Cleugh is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere.

The valley is characterized by rolling hills covered in lush greenery, with the Lisle Burn river meandering through its center. The surrounding landscape is dotted with dense woodlands, creating a haven for various wildlife species, including deer, foxes, and a wide range of bird species. This makes Lisle Cleugh a popular destination for nature lovers and birdwatchers.

The valley offers several walking trails, giving visitors the opportunity to explore its scenic surroundings. One of the most notable trails is the Lisle Cleugh Circular Walk, which takes hikers along the river, through woodland areas, and up to viewpoints offering breathtaking panoramas of the valley.

Lisle Cleugh is also home to a number of historical landmarks. One such landmark is the Lisle Cleugh Bastle, a fortified farmhouse dating back to the 16th century. This bastle serves as a reminder of the area's rich history and provides insights into the lives of its former inhabitants.

Overall, Lisle Cleugh is a hidden gem in Northumberland, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world and uncover the secrets of the past. Whether it's a leisurely stroll along the river or a more challenging hike, Lisle Cleugh promises a memorable experience for all who venture into its idyllic surroundings.

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Lisle Cleugh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.163344/-2.2087126 or Grid Reference NY8685. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Conheath

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Lisle Burn

View looking up Lisle Cleugh.

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Hot Hill

Road crossing Hothill Burn at Hothill Wood.

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Low Cleughs Bastle

View of Low Cleughs Bastle seen from Low Leam.

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Cleughs Burn

Cloughs Burn and Jointure Cleugh beneath Corsenside Common seen from beneath Sappers' Pike. NY8786 : Low Cleughs Bastle is visible alongside Jointure Cleugh.

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Low Leam Burn

Plantation on Low Leam Burn.

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By-way towards Hole

Les Hull

By-Way towards Redesmouth or Rede Bridge

Les Hull

Hole Bastle (Bellingham)

This bastle is 16th century in date and is built partly over a Bronze Age round cairn. The bastle overlooks the valley of the River Rede and is well preserved. The building measures 10.5m by 6.6m in plan and stands two storeys high, measuring 14m tall to the tops of the gables. The original entrance into the ground floor lies through the west wall, but there is now another later entrance through the east side. On the outside of the bastle is a stone staircase which leads up to the first floor. Some of the windows were inserted in the 19th century, but original 16th century ones are visible in the east and north walls. Inside the bastle, the ground floor is covered by a barrel vault and there is a ladder hole for access to the first floor. Here there are wall cupboards, a fireplace and a stair to the attic. This is Grade II* Listed Building and a Scheduled Monument protected by law. Link