Dinnington

Civil Parish in Northumberland Newcastle upon Tyne

England

Dinnington

Approach Lighting System The approach lighting system guiding aircraft to the east end of Newcastle airport. — Approach Lighting System Credit: David Robinson

Dinnington is a small civil parish located in the county of Northumberland, England. Situated approximately 13 miles north-west of Newcastle upon Tyne, it is part of the administrative district of Newcastle. Dinnington is surrounded by picturesque countryside and is bordered by the parishes of Ponteland, Stamfordham, and Berwick Hill.

The population of Dinnington is relatively small, with just over 1,000 residents according to the latest census data. The parish is primarily a rural area, characterized by its open fields, farmland, and charming villages. The landscape is dotted with traditional stone-built houses and farmsteads, adding to the area's rustic charm.

Despite its rural setting, Dinnington benefits from its proximity to Newcastle upon Tyne, which offers a range of amenities and employment opportunities. The city can be easily reached by road, with the A1 road passing nearby, providing convenient access to both Newcastle and other parts of the country.

In terms of local amenities, Dinnington has a community hall that serves as a hub for social gatherings and events. There are also several churches and a primary school in the area, catering to the educational needs of the local population.

Dinnington is an ideal location for those seeking a peaceful and idyllic countryside setting, while still having access to the amenities and opportunities of a nearby city. With its beautiful landscapes and close-knit community, it offers a tranquil and charming place to call home.

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Dinnington Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.059151/-1.676975 or Grid Reference NZ2073. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Approach Lighting System

The approach lighting system guiding aircraft to the east end of Newcastle airport.

David Robinson

Field and trees south of Brenkley Lane

This is the site of the former Brenkley Lane Surface Mine - see the Google satellite image (unknown date) Link

Mike Quinn

Prestwick Carr Road

Part of the National Cycle Network and a yellow road, but it has sunk into the moss in an irregular fashion making it a sump killer. The warnings at the beginning of the road mean it.

Richard Webb

Prestwick Carr Road

Military training area and wetland.

Richard Webb

Prestwick Carr

A big area of mossland with deep drainage ditches. It is also used as a military training area.

Richard Webb

Drainage ditch, Prestwick Carr

The water was low during a dry spell. Followed by a wet Winter.

Richard Webb

Harvested field at Horton Grange

A large arable field which has had a cereal crop harvested from it.

Graham Robson

The county border

This road sign marks one of the crossing points on the road network between Newcastle and Northumberland.

Graham Robson

Parked combine at Horton Grange

A combine harvester parked whilst its driver has lunch in the entrance to an arable field close to Horton Grange.

Graham Robson

Grass field, Preswick Carr

Flat grazing land on Preswick Carr to the west of Dinnington.

Graham Robson

Lane crossing Preswick Carr

Looking east along the narrow lane which crosses Preswick Carr.

Graham Robson

Front garden, Horton Grange

Mick Garratt

Horton Grange Farm

This was a 'Model Farm' run by the Ridleys of Blagdon Hall so perhaps that is why these (presumably) farmworkers dwellings are so well appointed.

Alan Fearon

Road between Dinnington and Prestwick

The house centre left is unnamed on the OS map. On the right, distance is Prestwick Whins which a farmhouse and buildings converted to modern dwellings.

Phil Thirkell

Prestwick Carr looking towards Carr Plantation

The area shown in the photograph is used as a small arms firing range.

Phil Thirkell

Track across Prestwick Carr

To the right of the track is the firing range with rough grazing pasture to the left.

Phil Thirkell

Fox Covert. Prestwick Carr

This area was part of a firing range but is now an open cast coal mine. That isn't a hill in the background but the spoil heap from the mining activity!

Phil Thirkell