Duddo Stone Circle or Duddo Five Stones is a small circle of standing stones north of the village of Duddo. The stones were erected about 2000BC, placing them at the boundary between the Neolithic period and the early Bronze Age. Originally there were seven stones, however two have been lost and one stone had to be re-erected in 1903. The stones stand on private ground, but there is a permissible path from the nearest road.
Location and Parking
Post Code: TD15 2PS
What 3 Words: condensed.topped.snuggle
The village of Duddo is located about 10 miles inland from the Northumbrian Coast, at about the same latitude as the island of Lindisfarne. The B6354 runs through the village, making a right angle bend in the middle of the village. From the apex of this bend, take a minor road leading west and after about 0.3 miles there is space to park a couple of cars close to a gate on the right. The path to the stones is slightly less than 1 mile, through the gate, across a coupe of fields and the stones come into sight sitting on a slightly elevated area of ground.
Path to The Stones
The minor road from Duddo is surprisingly attractive and worth a picture as it is a long straight road, with regularly planted trees.
The Road Near Duddo
Taking the path towards the stones, they come into sight after just under 1 mile, standing out on a slightly elevated area of ground.
Duddo Five Stones
Duddo Five Stones
The stones stand in a surprisingly open area, with views to the Cheviot Hills. Depending on the position of the sun, they can be photographed from any direction, but try to ensure the each stone stands out individually from the others. Alternatively, try to isolate a single stone.
Duddo Five Stones
Duddo Standing Stone
Duddo Mono
Standing stones make a wonderful subject for Mono photography, as the texture of the stones can be enhanced, and if the sky is overcast or cloudy, the drama of the location can be enhanced with a darkened sky.
Duddo Mono
Duddo Mono Textures