De 12 bästa naturmonumenten runt Henshaw

Steel Rigg är en av de vackraste utsiktsplatserna längs den höga, centrala delen av Hadrians mur.

Sycamore Gap-trädet var ett ikoniskt träd som var över 200 år gammalt och låg i en dramatisk sänka längs Hadrians mur. Det blev känt i filmen Robin Hood, som innehöll en scen där Kevin Costner och Morgan Freeman spelade in en scen på exakt denna plats. Tyvärr kunde det inte stå emot en elak, hämndlysten människa med en motorsåg.

Cawfields Quarry is a former quarry located directly on Hadrian's Wall near Haltwhistle. Constructed in the early 20th century, the quarry cut through the Roman wall, exposing the underlying dolerite rock of the Whin Sill. This geological formation formed a natural defensive line upon which the Romans built their wall. Following the quarry's closure, the site has been redeveloped into a peaceful recreation area with a picturesque lake, picnic areas, and walking trails. The area offers direct access to Milecastle 42.

Sadly there is now just a tree stump where two idiots cut down the famous Sycamore tree ! The good news is that the tree is sprouting , but that's going to take some time to grow.

crag lough is a beautifull view from both directions. keep a look out for the swans having a swim

Here you can take a short tour along the Limes

As of September 27th 2023 we are shocked and desperately saddened to learn that the famous Sycamore Gap tree at Hadrian's Wall has been felled overnight in what appears to be a wanton act of vandalism. We know just how much this iconic tree is loved locally, nationally and by everyone who has visited. It has been an iconic and important feature of the Northumberland landscape for nearly 300 years. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-tyne-66947040

Great little spot that pops up in the landscape. Quite spectacular to look at.