Biddlestone

Civil Parish in Northumberland

England

Biddlestone

A peek into Harden Quarry The source of red roadstone. &#039;Harden Red&#039; is a red volcanic felsite. It is used for cycleways, bus lanes and, famously, for surfacing The Mall. — A peek into Harden Quarry Credit: Leanmeanmo

Biddlestone is a small civil parish located in the county of Northumberland, England. Situated in the stunning countryside of Northumberland National Park, it covers an area of approximately 5 square miles. The parish is nestled between the picturesque towns of Rothbury and Alwinton, offering residents and visitors alike a tranquil retreat from urban life.

Biddlestone is home to a close-knit community, with a population of around 100 people. The parish consists mainly of agricultural land, with scattered farms and a few residential properties. The landscape is characterized by rolling hills, meandering rivers, and lush greenery, providing breathtaking views and ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling.

Historically, Biddlestone was known for its lead mining industry, which flourished in the 18th and 19th centuries. Today, remnants of this industrial past can still be seen in the form of old mine shafts and buildings. The area is also rich in archaeological sites, including prehistoric burial mounds and stone circles, adding to its historical significance.

Despite its small size, Biddlestone offers some amenities to its residents. These include a village hall, where community events and gatherings take place, and a small church, which serves as a place of worship for locals. Limited services and facilities are available within the parish, with more comprehensive amenities found in nearby towns.

Overall, Biddlestone is a charming and idyllic rural parish, appealing to those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Northumberland's stunning countryside.

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Biddlestone Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.376731/-2.094476 or Grid Reference NT9409. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A peek into Harden Quarry

The source of red roadstone. 'Harden Red' is a red volcanic felsite. It is used for cycleways, bus lanes and, famously, for surfacing The Mall.

Leanmeanmo

The violence of Storm Arwen

One can't help but be impressed by the ferocity of a wind that can snap mature tree trunks like a child snaps twigs.

Leanmeanmo

Ravens Crag above the Allerhope Burn

The edge of the Kidland Forest lies to the left of the Crag and hides the summit of Wether Cairn. For free detailed walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Allerhope Burn valley near Clennell 2

This view is looking west down the valley from near where a stream, Cat Cleugh, joins Allerhope Burn, at a height of about 360m. To the right of the picture is the Kidland Forest. For more information about the valley see NT9210 : Allerhope Burn valley near Clennell.

Andy Gryce

Sheepfold, Allerhope Burn valley, near Clennell

This sheepfold is high on the south side of this remote valley below Puncherton Hill. In the Borders area, these circular stone sheepfolds or sheep pens are known locally as sheep stells.

Andy Gryce

Ravens Crag, Allerhope Burn valley near Clennell

Ravens Crag is a south-west facing crag overlooking the Allerhope Burn which is hidden in the dip between the fence and the boulders in the foreground.

Andy Gryce

Allerhope Burn valley near Clennell 1

This view is looking north-east from a point about half way up this remote valley at a height of about 300m. In the background is Kidland Forest. Towards the top left of the picture but hidden amongst the gorse bushes, the tiny Wholhope Burn runs down to join the Allerhope Burn. For more information about the valley see NT9210 : Allerhope Burn valley near Clennell.

Andy Gryce

White Stones near Wether Cairn

These loose boulders scattered randomly on the surface of an otherwise rough and featureless moor at a height of about 500m south-east of Wether Cairn are marked as 'White Stones' on the OS 1:25,000 map. Unlike 'white stone' sites found in the Lake District and the Peak District, these stones appear to have no historic significance and are natural features.

Andy Gryce

Moorland near Puncherton

This view at the top of the Allerhope Burn valley at about 470m is of the featureless moor above Puncherton farm. The farm though is out of sight over the hill in the middle distance. Behind the camera, the ground rises to Wether Cairn at 563m. The hills in the far distance are in the Otterburn army training area.

Andy Gryce

Moorland near Wether Cairn 1

This view looking south-west is of featureless moorland dropping down to the Allerhope Burn valley with the eastern edge of the Kidland Forest on the right. The boulders in the foreground are some of the 'White Stones', see NT9411 : White Stones near Wether Cairn. The Kidland Forest extends across the hills in the middle distance, with the farms and cottages of Kidlandlee in the clearing in the middle.

Andy Gryce

Spring near Wether Burn

This moorland spring, which is marked on the OS 1:25,000 map, is south of Wether Cairn at about 470m on the eastern edge of the Kidland Forest. It is one of several sources of the Allerhope Burn which flows south-west to join the River Alwin about 2km away.

Andy Gryce

Firebreak, Wholhope Hill near Wether Cairn

This firebreak in spruce pine on Wholhope Hill is at the eastern edge of the Kidland Forest. Before the forest was planted during the 1950s to 1980s, this area would have been moorland.

Andy Gryce

Moorland near Puncherton 1

This view looking north is of featureless moorland that rises to Wether Cairn at 563m but which is just over the horizon to the right of the forest edge. The forest is the eastern edge of the Kidland Forest.

Andy Gryce

Bridleway stile and gate near Puncherton

This stile and gate on moorland about 1km north-east of Puncherton farm lie on a semi-circular bridleway between Clennell in the south-west and Biddlestone in the south-east. Either side of this point however as far as can be seen there is no evidence of a bridleway suggesting that it is little used.

Andy Gryce

Moorland near Puncherton 2

This view looking north-east is of featureless moorland gently rising to Bleak Law. Behind the camera there is a gate in the fence for the semi-circular bridleway that comes up from Clennell and then continues up the hill to the left and then runs along the side of the hills before descending to Biddlestone. On the ground however there is little evidence of the bridleway, at least at this point.

Andy Gryce