Lanehead

Travel Guide

Valley at Heatherycleugh. Heathery Bridge over the Killhope Burn can be seen below 213081 while up above, three of the five arches of the Heatherycleugh road bridge 1506750 are visible in the trees. The village of Lanehead is above to the left.
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Copthill Quarry Disused and flooded quarry on the outcrop of the whin sill at Cowshill. The quarry was opened up in 1895 by Octavius Monkhouse who was the Innkeeper at the nearby Cowshill Inn and son of the local minister. The quarry is one of two whinstone quarries in Weardale, the other is at Stanhope, and rock was carted from the quarry to Wearhead railway station and from there down the dale for use in construction projects. About 50 men worked the quarry in the early days and as it developed permission was obtained to demolish first the vicarage and then the church itself. Now only the graveyard remains, above the quarry, north west of Copthill Farm. By 1926 the quarry was in financial difficulties and closed down but a group of local men formed the Cowshill Quarry Company and this new company took over and continued the work up until final closure in 1943. http://www.aditnow.co.uk/mines/Copt-Hill-Whinstone-Quarry/
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New House, north of Coronation Bridge
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Burtreeford Mill, Cowshill This large three-floored corn mill is built into the riverbank so the top floor is level with the top of the bank. The water wheel was driven by water from both Killhope Burn and Sedling Burn. It was built in the early 19th century and was used until 1939. The machinery was finally removed in 1990 and it is now a private dwelling http://www.keystothepast.info/durhamcc/K2P.nsf/K2PDetail?readform&PRNMAP=D4640
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Allers Lea
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Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

4 out of 5
Slaley Hall Hexham England
The price is AED 440 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
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Very good weekend in lively surroundings and excellent staff

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The Beaumont Hotel

The Beaumont Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Beaumont Street Hexham England
The price is AED 386 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
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The George Hotel

The George Hotel

3.5 out of 5
B630, NE46 4EW Hexham England
The price is AED 295 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
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Shepherds Retreat - Self catering accommodation sleeping 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

Shepherds Retreat - Self catering accommodation sleeping 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

Hexham Northumberland
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This is a lovely quiet place to stay, away from any disturbances. The welcome homemade lemon drizzle cake was very welcome and a nice touch. Beautiful scenery during the day and very dark skies at night for stargazing

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Lovelady Shield House

Lovelady Shield House

3 out of 5
Lovelady Lane Alston England
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Host & Stay | Maggie's

Host & Stay | Maggie's

Hexham England
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Magnificent cottage
We thoroughly enjoyed this perfect little cottage in the picturesque village of Wall which is close to the historical town of Hexham. It is perfectly set up with all you can want and more. Well equipped kitchen, pretty bathroom, delightful sitting room. Parking is easy and great to be able to wash ...

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Popular places to visit

walks through the forest at Hamsterly cross cross over brooks and streams. Great family day out

Hamsterley Forest

Explore the great outdoors at Hamsterley Forest, a lovely green space in South Bedburn. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Hamsterley Forest
Bishop Auckland is a small Market town in County Durham. The Castle just off the mArket Place is the home to the Bishop of Durham, The Land of the Prince Bishops. The gardens hold a deer park

Auckland Castle

After visiting Auckland Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bishop Auckland. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in this relaxing area.

Auckland Castle

North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Explore the great outdoors at North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a lovely green space in Stanhope. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Killhope Lead Mining Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Killhope Lead Mining Museum in Stanhope. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Killhope Lead Mining Museum

Binchester Roman Fort

Find out about the history of Bishop Auckland when you take a trip to Binchester Roman Fort. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Binchester Roman Fort

Escomb Saxon Church

Escomb Saxon Church is just one of the places to see in Bishop Auckland, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in this relaxing area.

Escomb Saxon Church