Mountains & hills Β· North East England
Blackhaggs Rigg
In or near Akeld.
Blackhaggs Rigg β mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 452 m.

Russel Wills β CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 hβ8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring β early autumn (MayβOct)
- Dog-friendly
About
Blackhaggs Rigg is a mountain located in scotland central. Elevation: 452 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Tweed Catchment Rivers - England: Till Catchment SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Blackhaggs Rigg is a mountain located in central Scotland. It offers a rugged landscape typical of the region, appealing to walkers and outdoor enthusiasts. The mountain's terrain features a mix of steep slopes and open moorland, providing opportunities for exploration and scenic views. It is a notable landmark within the surrounding natural environment.
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- Coordinates
- 55.5138, -2.1930
- District
- Northumberland
- Parish
- Kirknewton
- Postcode
- NE71 6TR
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Northumberland
Sources
- osm: n1646861449 (ODbL)
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Viewpoints Β· North East England
Viewpoint to the north of Fleehope - view north down valley
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Vineyards Β· North East England
North Black Hagg defended settlement
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Hill forts Β· North East England
Blackhaggs Rigg Hillfort
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Memorials & monuments Β· North East England
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Historic houses Β· North East England
Fawcett
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Where to eat & stay near Blackhaggs Rigg
Places to stay
Hostels Β· North East England
Mounthooly Bunk House
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Mill House
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Friends Of Nature House
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Caravan parks Β· North East England
Kirkfield Caravan Site
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Hotels Β· North East England
The Plough Hotel
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π· 7Places to eat & drink
π· 4Historic pubs Β· Scottish Lowlands
Newcastle Arms
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π· 7Historic pubs Β· North East England
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Blackhaggs Rigg?
- Blackhaggs Rigg is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode NE71 6TR), in the parish of Kirknewton.
- What is Blackhaggs Rigg?
- Blackhaggs Rigg β mountain in scotland central. Elevation: 452 m.
- How do I get to Blackhaggs Rigg?
- Drivers can use postcode NE71 6TR.
- Is Blackhaggs Rigg a protected site?
- Yes β Blackhaggs Rigg is part of the Tweed Catchment Rivers - England: Till Catchment SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Blackhaggs Rigg?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode NE71 6TR. It sits within the North Northumberland parliamentary constituency.