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Waterfalls · North East England

Bishops Linn

In or near Featherstone.

Bishops Linn — waterfall in scotland lowlands.

Footpath through Crow Wood - geograph.org.uk - 1939925

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Haltwhistle · 4.2 km

About

Bishops Linn is a waterfall located in scotland lowlands. A British waterfall recorded in OpenStreetMap. Most are in upland country where rivers cross resistant rock.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Eden and Tributaries SSSI
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Pennines

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Bishops Linn is a waterfall located in the Scottish Lowlands. Known for its natural beauty, it offers a scenic spot for visitors interested in the region's landscape. The area surrounding the waterfall provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the local flora and fauna.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
54.9462, -2.5168
Parish
Featherstone
Postcode
NE49 0JH
Parliamentary constituency
Hexham
Nearest railway station
Haltwhistle — 4.2 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bishops Linn?
Bishops Linn is in North-East England, United Kingdom (postcode NE49 0JH), in the parish of Featherstone.
What is Bishops Linn?
Bishops Linn — waterfall in scotland lowlands.
How do I get to Bishops Linn?
The nearest railway station is Haltwhistle, about 4.2 km away. The nearest town is Featherstone. Drivers can use postcode NE49 0JH.
Is Bishops Linn a protected site?
Yes — Bishops Linn is part of the River Eden and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the North Pennines National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Bishops Linn?
The nearest railway station is Haltwhistle, about 4.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NE49 0JH.