South Middleton

Settlement in Northumberland

England

South Middleton

Junction on the A697 Looking along the main road to Wooler at the junction for Middleton.
Junction on the A697 Credit: DS Pugh

South Middleton is a small village located in Northumberland, England. It is situated in the county's southern region, near the border with Cumbria. The village is part of the larger civil parish of Middleton, which also encompasses several other smaller settlements.

South Middleton is known for its picturesque countryside and stunning natural beauty. The village is nestled amidst rolling hills and lush green fields, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. It is an ideal destination for those seeking a tranquil and peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The village itself is relatively small, with a population of approximately 300 residents. It has a close-knit community atmosphere, where people take pride in their surroundings and maintain a strong sense of community spirit. The village features a number of charming stone-built houses and cottages, which add to its traditional English countryside charm.

Although primarily a residential area, South Middleton is conveniently located near several amenities. The nearby town of Haltwhistle provides residents with access to shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. Additionally, the village is well-connected to the rest of the region, with good road and public transportation links.

South Middleton is also surrounded by a wealth of natural attractions and outdoor activities. The Northumberland National Park is just a short distance away, offering opportunities for hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting. Hadrian's Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is also within easy reach, providing a unique glimpse into the area's rich Roman history.

In summary, South Middleton is a charming village in Northumberland, offering a peaceful lifestyle surrounded by stunning countryside and outdoor pursuits.

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South Middleton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.504768/-2.005506 or Grid Reference NT9923. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Junction on the A697 Looking along the main road to Wooler at the junction for Middleton.
Junction on the A697
Looking along the main road to Wooler at the junction for Middleton.
Road to Middleton Looking along the road from the junction with the A697.
Road to Middleton
Looking along the road from the junction with the A697.
Former railway bridge Looking along the road to Middleton where the former railway line to Wooler crossed the road. Information on the Cornhill Branch line can be found in this Wikipedia article: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cornhill_Branch" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cornhill_Branch">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>
Former railway bridge
Looking along the road to Middleton where the former railway line to Wooler crossed the road. Information on the Cornhill Branch line can be found in this Wikipedia article: LinkExternal link
Former bridge on the Cornhill Branch Looking along the road from Middleton where the former railway line to Wooler crossed the road. Information on the Cornhill Branch line can be found in this Wikipedia article: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cornhill_Branch" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cornhill_Branch">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>
Former bridge on the Cornhill Branch
Looking along the road from Middleton where the former railway line to Wooler crossed the road. Information on the Cornhill Branch line can be found in this Wikipedia article: LinkExternal link
Fields near Middleton Looking across pasture beside the road to Middleton.
Fields near Middleton
Looking across pasture beside the road to Middleton.
Junction for North Middleton South Middleton is to the left with North Middleton and Wooler ahead.
Junction for North Middleton
South Middleton is to the left with North Middleton and Wooler ahead.
Fields beside the road to North Middleton Looking across the rolling fields to the west of the A697.
Fields beside the road to North Middleton
Looking across the rolling fields to the west of the A697.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the garage at North Middleton Farm. It marks a point 126.968m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the garage at North Middleton Farm. It marks a point 126.968m above mean sea level.
Woodland, Lilburn Trees and pond beside the A697.
Woodland, Lilburn
Trees and pond beside the A697.
Wet depression A vegetated pond in a kettle hole.  The background slope is not a kame, but a former railway embankment on the Cornhill Branch of the North Eastern Railway.
Wet depression
A vegetated pond in a kettle hole. The background slope is not a kame, but a former railway embankment on the Cornhill Branch of the North Eastern Railway.
A697 South of Wooler.
A697
South of Wooler.
Old Milepost by the A697, near Lilburn Tower, Lilburn Cast iron post by the A697, in parish of LILBURN (BERWICK UPON TWEED District), near Lilburn Tower, in cutting, against stone wall, on East side of road. MOR/COR iron post, erected by the Percy's Cross to Millfield turnpike trust in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:-
: MOR / 28 : : L / 315 : : E / 63 : : COR / 16 :
(To Morpeth, London, Edinburgh and Cornhill) 

Northumberland HER listed.
Reference number: N16817 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=N16817&resourceID=110" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=N16817&resourceID=110">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>

Milestone Society National ID: NB_MPCH28.
Old Milepost by the A697, near Lilburn Tower, Lilburn
Cast iron post by the A697, in parish of LILBURN (BERWICK UPON TWEED District), near Lilburn Tower, in cutting, against stone wall, on East side of road. MOR/COR iron post, erected by the Percy's Cross to Millfield turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : MOR / 28 : : L / 315 : : E / 63 : : COR / 16 : (To Morpeth, London, Edinburgh and Cornhill) Northumberland HER listed. Reference number: N16817 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: NB_MPCH28.
A697 towards Wooler
A697 towards Wooler
A697 towards Wooler
A697 towards Wooler
A697 towards Wooler
A697 towards Wooler
Lilburn : Country Lane A road off the A697.
Lilburn : Country Lane
A road off the A697.
Lilburn : A697 Looking north on the A697.
Lilburn : A697
Looking north on the A697.
Lilburn : A697 Looking north on the A697.
Lilburn : A697
Looking north on the A697.
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South Middleton is located at Grid Ref: NT9923 (Lat: 55.504768, Lng: -2.005506)

Unitary Authority: Northumberland

Police Authority: Northumbria

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 55.504768,-2.005506
South Middleton
Place: hamlet
Lat/Long: 55.5035887/-2.0052313
Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 55.5036908/-2.0077147
Barrier: cattle_grid
Bicycle: yes
Lat/Long: 55.5025202/-2.0055279
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 55.508685/-2.0036917
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 55.5052855/-2.0009092
Post Box
Ref: NE66 27
Lat/Long: 55.5039218/-2.0063461
Direction: ESE
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 14
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 55.5044999/-2.003473
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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