Flesh Cleugh

Valley in Northumberland

England

Flesh Cleugh

The Yoke Burn in Kidland Forest Labelled as a ford on the 1:25k map, the Yoke Burn is now conveyed under the forestry track in a culvert.

This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22. — The Yoke Burn in Kidland Forest Credit: James T M Towill

Flesh Cleugh is a picturesque valley located in the rural county of Northumberland, England. Situated in the northern part of the county, it is surrounded by rolling hills and verdant meadows, creating a serene and idyllic setting. The valley is part of the wider Northumberland National Park, known for its outstanding natural beauty and diverse wildlife.

Flesh Cleugh is characterized by its meandering river, which runs through the heart of the valley, adding to its charm and tranquility. The river is home to various species of fish, including brown trout, making it a popular spot for anglers and nature enthusiasts alike. Lush green woodland lines the riverbanks, providing shelter for an array of bird species such as kingfishers and herons.

The valley is also renowned for its rich historical heritage. Ruins of an ancient Roman fort, known as Vindolanda, lie just a few miles away, attracting history enthusiasts from far and wide. The fort, which was once a vital outpost along Hadrian's Wall, offers a glimpse into the lives of the Roman soldiers who once occupied this area.

Visitors to Flesh Cleugh can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, from hiking and cycling along the numerous trails that crisscross the valley to picnicking by the riverside. The valley is a haven for wildlife, with deer, foxes, and rabbits often spotted roaming the surrounding fields.

Overall, Flesh Cleugh is a hidden gem in Northumberland, offering a perfect blend of natural beauty, historical significance, and recreational opportunities for those seeking a peaceful and enriching experience in the heart of the English countryside.

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Flesh Cleugh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.393125/-2.1559945 or Grid Reference NT9011. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Yoke Burn in Kidland Forest

Labelled as a ford on the 1:25k map, the Yoke Burn is now conveyed under the forestry track in a culvert. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.

James T M Towill

A track between Meadow Sike and Milkhope

Heading back down to the valley floor track after a cycle to Sting Head. Storm Arwen (26/27 November 2021) has resulted in destruction of numerous areas within Kidland Forest as seen on the hillside in the background. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.

James T M Towill

Hut and ponies beside bridleway

This is in the valley of the Yoke Beck in the Kidland Forest as the sign close to the animals tells. The image was made in 1995 and the building, may no longer be there. Geoff Holland has a more recent image taken from a little further north and so probably beyond the hut's location - Link .

Trevor Littlewood

JCB Mini Digger above the Wholehope Burn

This digger, which was lying idle when I passed by, had been used for digging drainage ditches alongside the track referred to at Link. The hill in the middle distance is Inner Hill on Shillhope Law. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Wholehope Burn

This quiet almost linear steep-sided valley stretches from the saddle between Saughy Hill and Wholehope Knowe to the River Coquet between Shillmoor and The Knocks. Hidden in its depths lie the remains of an illicit whisky still as shown at Link. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Wholehope Still

The old illicit still clearly visible on the banks of the burn.

Sarah Dalrymple

Clennell Street at Hare Sheds

Identified on William Roy's 18th century map as the 'Road from Morpeth to Kelso', the origins of this cross-border track are far more ancient, with evidence of Iron Age and Bronze Age activity along the route. At this point, the track is contouring the slopes of Hare Sheds as it makes its uphill way to Wholehope with the head of Kidlandlee Dean right of centre. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Scant remains of Wholehope

This is all that remains of Wholehope (pronounced locally as, 'Woollup'), once a lonely shepherd's cottage where generations of children spent their formative years and then, after the last occupant had packed their bags for pastures new, underwent something of a renaissance as an isolated Youth Hostel. The photo is taken from the same position as the one shown at Link but since then (2009) sections of the Kidland Forest seen in the background have been harvested and, in parts, replanted. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Track near Wholehope Knowe

This track, which was originally constructed by the MoD, runs from Shillmoor in Upper Coquetdale to the edge of the Kidland Forest on Wholehope Knowe. Along the way it winds around the head of the beautiful Wholehope Burn. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Old Boundary Marker by Clennel Street, Wholehope

Parish Boundary Marker in parish of Alwinton (Alnwick District), Wholehope, 200m south of Wholehope, beside Clennel Street. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: NB_ALWBID01pb

M Rayner

A pond on summit of Wholehope Knowe

A surprising find on the top of the hill.

Russel Wills

View from Wholehope Knowe

Across Upper Coquetdale and into the Otterburn Ranges.

Russel Wills

On Wholehope Knowe

A circular enclosure with low 'rampart' encloses a pond but is not marked on the map as anything significant.

Russel Wills

Public Footpath near Saughy Hill

This public footpath links Shillmoor in Upper Coquetdale with Clennell Street just beyond Saughy Hill. Along the way the path crosses Copper Snout. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Wholehope Knowe

The sac marks the top of 443 metre high Wholehope Knowe where there is a distinct circular earthwork. The Ordnance Survey map of the area does not show the existence of this earthwork nor can I find any reference to it elsewhere. Was it just an area once used for some minor quarrying of stone? For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Track, Wholehope Knowe

This track appears to be an extension of the track shown a short distance to the north east which ultimately crosses the head of the Wholehope Burn to join the track over Copper Snout on Saugh Rigg. I believe that this track was originally constructed by the MoD as part of the Otterburn Dry Training Area. The track also leads through the trees in the background to join the cross-border track of Clennell Street. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland