Wylam

Settlement in Northumberland

England

Wylam

Gateway, Hagg Farm Credit: Andrew Curtis

Wylam is a small village located in the county of Northumberland, England. Situated about 10 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne, it lies on the southern bank of the River Tyne. The village is known for its picturesque setting, nestled amidst rolling hills and lush countryside.

Originally an industrial village, Wylam played a significant role in the development of the railway industry during the 19th century. It was the birthplace of George Stephenson, the renowned engineer who pioneered the world's first successful steam locomotive, the "Blucher." The village proudly showcases its railway heritage, with the George Stephenson Trail allowing visitors to explore various historical sites and landmarks associated with the industry.

Wylam features a charming village center, with well-preserved buildings dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries. The village is home to a range of amenities, including traditional pubs, quaint shops, and a village hall serving as a hub for community events.

For nature enthusiasts, Wylam offers ample opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. The village is surrounded by scenic countryside, offering beautiful walking trails and cycling routes. The nearby Wylam Riverside Park provides a serene setting for picnics and leisurely strolls along the riverbank.

With its rich history, natural beauty, and friendly community, Wylam attracts both visitors and residents seeking a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

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Wylam Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.976165/-1.8193212 or Grid Reference NZ1164. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gateway, Hagg Farm

Andrew Curtis

East Lodge, Hagg Farm

Andrew Curtis

Close to railway, Tyne Riverside Park

The second edition Ordnance Survey map (published 1897) shows the route of an old waggonway NZ1064 : Old wagonway, Ovingham Riverside which joined the Newcastle & Carlisle Railway just west of a junction at Hagg Bank. The modern line is protected by the green-painted metal fence on the right of the photograph. The old waggonway served a colliery near the River Tyne close to Hagg Farm but neither the colliery or waggonway are shown on the first edition 6" map (published 1864) and both appear to have gone out of use by 1897. A branch railway along the same route was installed later to serve an aerial ropeway across the river used to transport materials for the construction activities of the Newcastle & Gateshead Water Company.

Andrew Curtis

Hagg Farm

Andrew Curtis

View over River Tyne from the Spetchells

A rainbow in the dark, sunlit sky shows of rain on its way.

Andrew Curtis

Yellow-wort (Blackstonia perfoliata), The Spetchells

Yellow-wort is a yellow-flowered member of the Gentian family. It grows from ten to fifty centimetres tall with stiff, branching stems. The leaves are glaucous, opposite and entire, the upper ones perfoliate, being united at the base. It bears terminal cymes of bright yellow, stalked flowers, 1–1.5 cm across. The calyx is deeply divided into 6–10 linear lobes or sepals, spirally arranged, free or nearly free from each other at the base and shorter than the corolla. The petals number six to ten and form a short tube. There are six to ten adherent stamens and a two-lobed stigma. It flowers from June to October in Britain where it is widespread but not common. Link

Its main habitats are lowland calcareous grasslands and fixed sand dunes, but it can be an abundant colonist of disturbed ground, including quarries and railway cuttings, and on road verges and pathsides. There has been little change in the overall distribution of this species since the 1962 Atlas, although it has spread into Northumberland since then. Link

Andrew Curtis

Terrace path below The Spetchells

More naturalised Columbines growing on the chalk showing large variation in flower shape and colour.

Andrew Curtis

Mining bee burrows on the Spetchells

Apparently several varieties of mining bees make their homes on the only chalk hills in Northumberland. For an explanation of the Spetchells, see Andrew Curtis' entry NZ1064 : The Spetchells, east end

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Road/bridleway between South Lodge and North Lodge

Roger Templeman

Horsley Wood Cottages viewed from Mill Way

Roger Templeman

Gateway from sewage pumping station onto Ovingham to Wylam road

Ordnance Survey documents indicate that a rivet benchmark levelled at 13.426m above Newlyn Datum was verified in 1961 on a culvert at the junction of the stream on the left hand side of the track and the fence

Roger Templeman

Footpath through woodland towards Horsley

Roger Templeman

Enclosure of sewage pumping station on west side of Mill Way

Ordnance Survey documents indicate that a rivet benchmark levelled at 49.509m above Newlyn Datum was verified in 1961 on a manhole on the left hand side of the road at this location

Roger Templeman

Outhouses at Horsley Wood Cottages

Roger Templeman

Mill Way passing entrance to sewage pumping station

There is a manhole cover in the middle of the road in the foreground

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Horsley Wood Cottages

Ordnance Survey documents indicate that a benchmark levelled at 71.512m above Newlyn Datum was verified in 1961 on the right hand corner of the nearest house

Roger Templeman

Erosion of south bank of River Tyne

By 3rd February 2021, 5 months after this photo was taken, there was a further landslip in this location leading to closure of the footpath and cycle route NZ1264 : Landslip on south bank of River Tyne "A section of the Keelman's Way, the popular walking and cycling route linking Wylam with Gateshead Quays, has had to be closed due to the imminent risk of the river bank collapsing. The Keelman's Way, which follows the south bank of the River Tyne all the way from Wylam to Gateshead Quays, has had to be closed after large cracks and collapses of the river bank have affected the stability of the path. The decision to close the footpath was taken in the interests of public safety and will mean that there will be no direct pedestrian or cycle access between Wylam railway station and Ryton for the foreseeable future. Closure signs are now being erected and a diversion route is being devised, though this is likely to be lengthy. Network Rail, whose main Newcastle-Carlisle rail line runs close to the footpath, has also been alerted. Gateshead Council has been monitoring the erosion of the river bank east of Wylam railway station for some years since changes were observed in the flow of the River Tyne which were leading to increased erosion of the south bank of the river. The land on which the erosion is taking place - and on which the Keelman's Way runs - is privately-owned. Options for the long term future of the riverside path will now need to be examined." Link

Andrew Curtis

Winter walk at Broomy Hill

Monochrome in a monochrome world.

Andrew Curtis

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Wylam is located at Grid Ref: NZ1164 (Lat: 54.976165, Lng: -1.8193212)

Unitary Authority: Northumberland

Police Authority: Northumbria

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