Alwinton

Civil Parish in Northumberland

England

Alwinton

Public Bridleway, Barrowburn This track, which is a public bridleway, descends towards the former Barrowburn farmhouse, seen straight ahead, and after crossing a ford joins the old road through the valley. In the distance, mainly obscured by trees, is Windyhaugh farmhouse. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.cheviotwalks.co.uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cheviotwalks.co.uk">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> — Public Bridleway, Barrowburn Credit: Geoff Holland

Alwinton is a charming civil parish located in the county of Northumberland, England. Situated in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it is nestled in a picturesque valley surrounded by rolling hills and lush green countryside. The parish covers an area of approximately 79 square kilometers and is home to a small population of around 200 residents.

The village of Alwinton itself is the main settlement within the parish and offers a quaint and peaceful atmosphere. It features a collection of traditional stone houses and cottages, giving it a timeless and idyllic feel. The village is centered around the historic St. Michael’s Church, a beautiful Grade I listed building that dates back to the 12th century.

The surrounding landscape is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, with ample opportunities for hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting. The nearby Harbottle Forest and Kidland Forest are popular destinations for nature lovers, offering scenic trails and stunning viewpoints. The River Coquet also runs through the parish, providing opportunities for fishing and riverside walks.

Alwinton hosts several events throughout the year, including the Alwinton Border Shepherds Show, a traditional agricultural show that attracts visitors from far and wide. The village also boasts a cozy pub, the Rose and Thistle Inn, which offers a warm welcome to both locals and visitors.

In conclusion, Alwinton is a charming and tranquil civil parish in Northumberland, renowned for its natural beauty, historic charm, and welcoming community.

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Alwinton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.381953/-2.214533 or Grid Reference NT8609. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Public Bridleway, Barrowburn

This track, which is a public bridleway, descends towards the former Barrowburn farmhouse, seen straight ahead, and after crossing a ford joins the old road through the valley. In the distance, mainly obscured by trees, is Windyhaugh farmhouse. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Out of bounds to troops

A small warning sign in Upper Coquetdale near Barrowburn. Tindale Law is the prominent hill to the left of shot. This photograph was taken during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic of 2020/21/22.

James T M Towill

River Coquet near Windyhaugh

The River Coquet is considered to be one of Northumberland's finest rivers, and at this point passes the remote farm of Windyhaugh which is visible on the opposite side of the river. The hill in the background is Shillhope Law which overlooks the farm of Barrowburn, obscured by the riverside trees. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Barrowburn, Upper Coquetdale

The remote farm of Barrowburn enjoys one of the most idyllic locations in Northumberland, nestling beneath the slopes of Shillhope Law and Barrow Law and close to the River Coquet. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Bridleway and Public Road Converge near Slymefoot

The ancient cross-border route called The Street (right), which can be followed from this point in England to Hownam in Scotland, converges here with the narrow single track public road (left) which runs through Upper Coquetdale from the tiny village of Alwinton to just short of Chew Green close to the English/Scottish border. It is one of the most scenic journeys in Northumberland. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Track leading to Shillhope Law summit

This quad track leads up the hill from the saddle between Shillhope Law and Inner Hill to the east of the fence line. An alternative track winds up the hill on the opposite side of the fence. For a selection of free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Path up South West Spur of Shillhope Law

This path, in essence a mere sheep trace, starts at the base of Shillhope Cleugh and ultimately reaches the summit of Shillhope Law. The buildings in the distance are Bygate Hall Cottages. For a selection of free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

View towards Bygate Hall Cottages

Looking south along the River Coquet with Bygate Hall Cottages up to the right.

Gordon Hatton

Upstream along the Coquet

Looking upstream along the River Coquet towards Barrowburn. High on the left is a corner of the plantation at Partridge Side.

Gordon Hatton

Boundary fence on Shillhope Law

This fence passes close to the summit of Shillhope Law (behind the photographer) before descending to and across Inner Hill. In the middle distance lies Kyloe Shin and in the distance the huge sweep of the Uswayford Forest. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Filling potholes in Upper Coquetdale

The large hose squirts tar covered gravel to fill the pothole - and then a bit more. The potholes have become mini pot-hills for later traffic to consolidate. The machine effectively blocks the road. Fortunately a convenient cattle grid allowed space to pass.

Russel Wills

Sheepfold at Bygate Hall Cottages

Beside the River Coquet.

Russel Wills

Inner Hill near Shillmoor

The small hill immediately ahead is Inner Hill whilst the large hill in the background is Shillhope Law. This photograph was taken at roughly the same spot as the one shown at Link but 10 years and the seasons separate the two. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Track, Shillhope Law

This is the alternative track referred to at Link and which climbs the southern slopes of Shillhope Law. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Track, Shillhope Law

This is the terminating point of the track shown at Link the summit of Shillhope Law. In the background is a small walkers' cairn, a shelter cairn and a triangulation pillar. Both the shelter cairn and the triangulation pillar sit on top of the remains of a Bronze Age burial cairn which is a Scheduled Monument and thus protected by law. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Gate, Shillhope Law

This gate stands slightly to the east of the actual summit of Shillhope Law and separates a large area predominately heather covered from the eastern grass covered slopes which fall down to the valley of the Usway Burn. The large hill, slightly right of centre, is Saughy Hill. For a selection of detailed free to download walking walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Valley of the Usway Burn

This is one of the best views of what is one of the finest of all Cheviot valleys extending from the lonely cottage of Batailshiel Haugh (see in the middle distance) to Windy Gyle high on the border ridge. In between lie a plethora of beautiful rounded hills. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Bailey Bridge over the Usway Burn

This is the last of three such bailey bridges (heading upstream) straddling the Usway Burn between Shillmoor and Batailshiel Haugh. It is the same bridge as is shown at Link although on a far brighter day. The bridges were erected a number of years ago by the MoD. When the first Ordnance Survey Six-Inch map of the area was published in 1866 the burn was crossed at this point by a ford. For a selection of detailed free to download walking walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

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Alwinton is located at Grid Ref: NT8609 (Lat: 55.381953, Lng: -2.214533)

Unitary Authority: Northumberland

Police Authority: Northumbria