Bearsbridge

Settlement in Northumberland

England

Bearsbridge

The Old School House The Old School House at Keenley is at a crossroads and seen here along the road to the west-south-west; it dates from 1875 and is a listed building. The road is also part of the route of Isaac&#039;s Tea Trail. — The Old School House Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Bearsbridge is a quaint village nestled in the heart of Northumberland, a county in the northeastern part of England. Situated on the banks of the River Tyne, it is known for its picturesque charm and captivating natural beauty. With a population of around 800 residents, Bearsbridge offers a tranquil and close-knit community atmosphere.

The village is steeped in history, with its origins dating back to the medieval era. Its name is believed to have been derived from a stone bridge that once spanned the river, providing a crossing point for bears during ancient times. Today, remnants of this bridge can still be seen, serving as a reminder of the area's rich past.

Surrounded by lush green countryside and rolling hills, Bearsbridge is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. The village is a gateway to the Northumberland National Park, offering visitors a plethora of hiking trails, cycling routes, and opportunities for wildlife spotting. The nearby Kielder Forest and Water Park, with its vast woodland and the largest man-made lake in Northern Europe, is a popular destination for nature lovers.

Bearsbridge boasts a range of amenities to cater to the needs of its residents and visitors. The village is home to a charming pub, where locals gather to socialize and enjoy traditional British fare. There is also a small convenience store for daily essentials and a primary school, providing education for the village's young inhabitants.

Overall, Bearsbridge is a hidden gem in Northumberland, offering a peaceful retreat and a chance to immerse oneself in the natural beauty of the region.

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Bearsbridge Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.91077/-2.338442 or Grid Reference NY7857. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Old School House

The Old School House at Keenley is at a crossroads and seen here along the road to the west-south-west; it dates from 1875 and is a listed building. The road is also part of the route of Isaac's Tea Trail.

Trevor Littlewood

Public footpath descending at field edge

Maps show the path route to descend between walls though the one to the right is clearly ruined and has perhaps been robbed of much of its stone. The valley towards which the path is descending is West Allendale.

Trevor Littlewood

Farm access road for Harlow Bower

The road access for the farm is some distance from the nearest public road which lies in the direction of the view, probably a half kilometre from Harlow Bower which is behind the camera position. The road is also a public footpath.

Trevor Littlewood

Farm access road approaching Keenley

Keenley is a small, dispersed community between the East and West Allendales. The road acts as the access route for the farm at Harlow Bower which lies behind the camera position; it's also a public footpath.

Trevor Littlewood

Slope with field surrounded by trees

The slope is descending from the route of the 'Isaac Tea Trail', north-east of the farm at Monk. The slope descends to the valley bottom of West Allendale where the church at Whitfield is prominent.

Trevor Littlewood

Farmhouse at Harlow Bower

Harlow Bower is a farm above the eastern side of West Allendale. A public footpath uses its access road and is now part of the named route, Isaac's Tea Trail.

Trevor Littlewood

Ponies at Harlow Bower

Harlow Bower is a farm along the route of the Isaac Tea Trail above West Allendale. The ponies (Shetlands?), are in a field with access to the barn, south of the main farm buildings.

Trevor Littlewood

Derelict Outbuildings at Keenleywell House

A couple of derelict outbuildings at Keenleywell House.

Colin Kinnear

Stile near Harlow Bower

Footpath stile near Harlow Bower farm.

Colin Kinnear

Outbuilding at Monk

An outbuilding at Monk Farm.

Colin Kinnear

Keenley Fell West Farm

Keenley Fell West Farm.

Colin Kinnear

Barn close to Cupola Cottages

In the West Allen valley close to the confluence of the Rivers East and West Allen. The cottages are off to the right and Cupola Bridge is a short distance along the road.

Trevor Littlewood

A686 below Tarryback Wood

The road is heading east, close to the River West Allen, with Tarryback Wood rising on the slope to the left side of the image. The house named Tarry Back is close by.

Trevor Littlewood

Gravestones at Holy Trinity Church, Whitfield

Part of the graveyard on the south side of Holy Trinity Church in Whitfield, a small, estate village in West Allendale. The war memorial rises above all other memorials at the centre of the image where there's hedging.

Trevor Littlewood

Scattered trees in parkland

These trees are in the valley of the River West Allen just north of Carr's Burn and are on the parkland at Whitfield Hall. Curiously many of the trees, perhaps all of them, have a 'skirt' of stones around the bases of their trunks, surely placed there purposely. It's well seen in the nearest specimen and must be to afford some kind of protection.

Trevor Littlewood