Hole

Settlement in Northumberland

England

Hole

Conheath
Conheath Credit: Peter McDermott

Hole, Northumberland is a small village located in the county of Northumberland in northeast England. Situated near the Scottish border, it is nestled within the beautiful and picturesque landscape of the Northumberland National Park.

With a population of around 300 residents, Hole is known for its tranquility and natural beauty. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The area is predominantly rural, with a few scattered farms and cottages dotting the landscape.

Hole has a rich history dating back to medieval times. The village is home to the ruins of Hole Bastle, a fortified farmhouse that was built in the 16th century as a defense against raiders from the Scottish borders. The ruins serve as a reminder of the village's past and attract history enthusiasts and tourists alike.

While Hole is primarily a residential area, there are a few amenities available to residents and visitors. The village has a small primary school and a community center that hosts various events throughout the year. The nearby town of Bellingham offers additional amenities such as shops, restaurants, and a post office.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Hole provides easy access to the Northumberland National Park, which offers a range of activities including hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting. The park is also home to the historic Hadrian's Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which attracts tourists from around the world.

In summary, Hole, Northumberland is a quaint and peaceful village set amidst the stunning natural beauty of the Northumberland National Park. Its rich history, beautiful surroundings, and access to outdoor activities make it a charming destination for those seeking a peaceful getaway.

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Hole Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.156889/-2.2105464 or Grid Reference NY8684. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lisle Burn View looking up Lisle Cleugh.
Lisle Burn
View looking up Lisle Cleugh.
Hot Hill Road crossing Hothill Burn at Hothill Wood.
Hot Hill
Road crossing Hothill Burn at Hothill Wood.
Platelayer's Hut, Wannie Line near Redesmouth
Platelayer's Hut, Wannie Line near Redesmouth
Interior of Platelayer's Hut, Wannie Line near Redesmouth
Interior of Platelayer's Hut, Wannie Line near Redesmouth
Crossing Cottage near Rede Bridge
Crossing Cottage near Rede Bridge
River Rede Valley and Rede Bridge
River Rede Valley and Rede Bridge
River Rede from Rede Bridge
River Rede from Rede Bridge
River Rede from Rede Bridge
River Rede from Rede Bridge
Rede Bridge and the River Rede
Rede Bridge and the River Rede
By-way towards Rede Bridge
By-way towards Rede Bridge
By-way towards Hole
By-way towards Hole
By-Way towards Redesmouth or Rede Bridge
By-Way towards Redesmouth or Rede Bridge
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.
<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.keystothepast.info/durhamcc/K2P.nsf/K2PDetail?readform&PRN=N8064" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.keystothepast.info/durhamcc/K2P.nsf/K2PDetail?readform&PRN=N8064">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>
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. LinkExternal link
Shawbush near Hole, Bellingham
Shawbush near Hole, Bellingham
Ford and By-Way through Conheath Burn
Ford and By-Way through Conheath Burn
Hole Farmhouse (Bellingham) A late 18th or early 19th century farmhouse.
<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.keystothepast.info/durhamcc/K2P.nsf/K2PDetail?readform&PRN=N14031" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.keystothepast.info/durhamcc/K2P.nsf/K2PDetail?readform&PRN=N14031">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>
Hole Farmhouse (Bellingham)
A late 18th or early 19th century farmhouse. LinkExternal link
Rawfoot Farm
Rawfoot Farm
Show me another place!

Hole is located at Grid Ref: NY8684 (Lat: 55.156889, Lng: -2.2105464)

Unitary Authority: Northumberland

Police Authority: Northumbria

What 3 Words

///perusing.irritable.factories. Near Bellingham, Northumberland

Related Wikis

Redesmouth

Redesmouth is a village in Northumberland, England, just over 1 mile (1.6 km) to the south-east of Bellingham. == Governance == Redesmouth is in the parliamentary...

Reedsmouth railway station

Reedsmouth is a closed railway station in Northumberland, England. It was a junction station where the Wansbeck Railway (Morpeth to Reedsmouth) joined...

River Rede

The Rede is a river in Northumberland, England. The river rises on Carter Fell on the Anglo-Scottish border feeding Catcleugh Reservoir and joins the River...

Bellingham North Tyne railway station

Bellingham railway station served the village of Bellingham, Northumberland, England from 1861 to 1963 on the Border Counties Railway. == History == The...

Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 55.156889,-2.2105464
Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 55.153538/-2.2102023
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

Have you been to Hole?

Leave your review of Hole below (or comments, questions and feedback).