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Alwinton, Low

Settlement in Northumberland

England

Alwinton, Low

The approach to Harbottle Castle From the neat drystone walled car park.
The approach to Harbottle Castle Credit: Russel Wills

Alwinton is a small village located in the county of Northumberland, England. Situated in the Low area of the county, it is nestled within the picturesque Northumberland National Park. Alwinton is approximately 40 miles northwest of Newcastle upon Tyne.

The village is known for its stunning natural beauty, with rolling hills, lush green fields, and a nearby river adding to its charm. It is surrounded by the Cheviot Hills, which provide a stunning backdrop for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and fishing.

Alwinton itself is a quiet and peaceful village, with a population of around 150 residents. It boasts a traditional village pub, The Rose and Thistle, which serves as a social hub for locals and visitors alike. The pub offers a warm and friendly atmosphere, along with delicious meals and a selection of locally brewed ales.

The area is rich in history, with Alwinton Church standing as a testament to its past. The church, dedicated to St. Michael, dates back to the 12th century and is a Grade I listed building. It features beautiful stained glass windows and a peaceful churchyard.

For those seeking a tranquil retreat in the heart of nature, Alwinton is an ideal destination. Its unspoiled landscapes, friendly community, and historical sites make it a hidden gem within Northumberland.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.338975/-2.1276716 or Grid Reference NT9205. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The approach to Harbottle Castle From the neat drystone walled car park.
The approach to Harbottle Castle
From the neat drystone walled car park.
Harbottle Castle Ramparts around the outer bailey.
Harbottle Castle
Ramparts around the outer bailey.
Harbottle Castle - the ruined gateway Looking down on some dressed masonry at the gateway. The castle has been quarried for much of its stone.
Harbottle Castle - the ruined gateway
Looking down on some dressed masonry at the gateway. The castle has been quarried for much of its stone.
Looking down on the former Presbyterian Church From Harbottle Castle.
Looking down on the former Presbyterian Church
From Harbottle Castle.
The Sad Castle Stone In the neat drystone walled carpark for Harbottle Castle is a 'new' standing stone. On it is carved a poem by local schoolgirl Felicity Lane: The Sad Castle Who Made me/Into a ruin/like an old city? Was it the soldiers who rode out on horseback? Was it my old enemy the Scots? Or was it those Border Reivers? Perhaps it was just the centuries passing. Felicity Lance It was carved into the stone by local stonemason David Edwick.
The Sad Castle Stone
In the neat drystone walled carpark for Harbottle Castle is a 'new' standing stone. On it is carved a poem by local schoolgirl Felicity Lane: The Sad Castle Who Made me/Into a ruin/like an old city? Was it the soldiers who rode out on horseback? Was it my old enemy the Scots? Or was it those Border Reivers? Perhaps it was just the centuries passing. Felicity Lance It was carved into the stone by local stonemason David Edwick.
Windfall due to the Storm Arwen The timber falling across the road cut the village off for days. It brought the villagers out with their chainsaws.
Windfall due to the Storm Arwen
The timber falling across the road cut the village off for days. It brought the villagers out with their chainsaws.
Clennel Street Clennell Street was an important trading route that was used for many centuries linking Morpeth with Kelso. This view is taken soon after leaving Alwinton. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.border-roads.org/the-roads/clennell-street/map1/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.border-roads.org/the-roads/clennell-street/map1/">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>
Clennel Street
Clennell Street was an important trading route that was used for many centuries linking Morpeth with Kelso. This view is taken soon after leaving Alwinton. LinkExternal link
Leaving Clennel Street heading towards Clennel Through sheep pastures. Silverton Hill above the coniferous forest.
Leaving Clennel Street heading towards Clennel
Through sheep pastures. Silverton Hill above the coniferous forest.
Same storm, different car park Forestry England's car parks seem to have been particularly badly hit by Storm Arwen. Three months on, this one at Harbottle has been partially cleared although the evidence of the impact is still clearly visible. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7089675">NU0809 : Stating the obvious</a> <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7095369">NT9502 : Hope the picnic tables are alright</a>
Same storm, different car park
Forestry England's car parks seem to have been particularly badly hit by Storm Arwen. Three months on, this one at Harbottle has been partially cleared although the evidence of the impact is still clearly visible. NU0809 : Stating the obvious NT9502 : Hope the picnic tables are alright
Storm Arwen destruction at West Wood, Harbottle Interestingly, this wood, like several others, sustained much more damage nearer the valley floor than at its higher sections. Presumably this must be due to the Venturi Effect, where the wind from the north, having had a long 'fetch' across open land over Alwinton, funnelled down at lower levels, increasing its speed.
Storm Arwen destruction at West Wood, Harbottle
Interestingly, this wood, like several others, sustained much more damage nearer the valley floor than at its higher sections. Presumably this must be due to the Venturi Effect, where the wind from the north, having had a long 'fetch' across open land over Alwinton, funnelled down at lower levels, increasing its speed.
Belted Galloway cattle and snowy Cheviots This breed of cattle seems to be increasingly popular on rough terrain in this area. This small herd looked to be enjoying the fine weather after several wild days. Alwinton down in the valley. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7102853">NU1209 : Belted Galloway cattle</a>
Belted Galloway cattle and snowy Cheviots
This breed of cattle seems to be increasingly popular on rough terrain in this area. This small herd looked to be enjoying the fine weather after several wild days. Alwinton down in the valley. NU1209 : Belted Galloway cattle
Storm Arwen demolition of woods boundary Storm Arwen damage at the point where the West Wood car park path leads on to the open moor.
Storm Arwen demolition of woods boundary
Storm Arwen damage at the point where the West Wood car park path leads on to the open moor.
Destruction of Ramshaugh Woods On November 26th/27th 2021 Storm Arwen slammed across the UK, with 100 mile an hour winds. One of the areas worst hit was Northumberland, including Rothbury and Coquetdale, where fallen trees across the valley left many without power and water for nearly a week. The Ramshaugh Woods - a diverse range of woodland including the Devil’s Elbow, the Fairy Wood, the Birch Wood and the Top End - was flattened, with almost 70% of mature trees torn down, broken or uprooted. We are raising £50,000 to make this diverse stretch of woodland safe for community access again and to save as much of the viable timber as possible. The sign links to <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/save-our-woodland" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/save-our-woodland">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>
Destruction of Ramshaugh Woods
On November 26th/27th 2021 Storm Arwen slammed across the UK, with 100 mile an hour winds. One of the areas worst hit was Northumberland, including Rothbury and Coquetdale, where fallen trees across the valley left many without power and water for nearly a week. The Ramshaugh Woods - a diverse range of woodland including the Devil’s Elbow, the Fairy Wood, the Birch Wood and the Top End - was flattened, with almost 70% of mature trees torn down, broken or uprooted. We are raising £50,000 to make this diverse stretch of woodland safe for community access again and to save as much of the viable timber as possible. The sign links to LinkExternal link
Sheep on Ashy Bank The pasture slopes down to the River Coquet. Harbottle Wood in the distance.
Sheep on Ashy Bank
The pasture slopes down to the River Coquet. Harbottle Wood in the distance.
Fine lime kiln beside the track to Park House Overlooking the River Coquet.
Fine lime kiln beside the track to Park House
Overlooking the River Coquet.
Low Alwinton kilns Well maintained or beautifully restored they were built about 1827 by the Selby family and had ceased to work by 1866.
Low Alwinton kilns
Well maintained or beautifully restored they were built about 1827 by the Selby family and had ceased to work by 1866.
Alwinton Bridge over the River Coquet 'A good-looking steel-arch bridge about half a mile south of the village, it replaced an earlier bridge when the road was widened. Painted in attractive colours the bridge blends well with the surrounding countryside.' <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bridgesonthetyne.co.uk/alwinton.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bridgesonthetyne.co.uk/alwinton.html">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> Constructed in 1937 with steel arch and stone abutments.
Alwinton Bridge over the River Coquet
'A good-looking steel-arch bridge about half a mile south of the village, it replaced an earlier bridge when the road was widened. Painted in attractive colours the bridge blends well with the surrounding countryside.' LinkExternal link Constructed in 1937 with steel arch and stone abutments.
The River Coquet upstream from Alwinton Bridge The river loops around the Angry Haugh.
The River Coquet upstream from Alwinton Bridge
The river loops around the Angry Haugh.
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Alwinton, Low is located at Grid Ref: NT9205 (Lat: 55.338975, Lng: -2.1276716)

Unitary Authority: Northumberland

Police Authority: Northumbria

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