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Leehouse Linn

Waterfall

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Moorland, Riverside, Valley

Walking, Swimming, Photography

Spring to Autumn

Photo: Andrew Curtis via Geograph.org.uk

Leehouse Linn is a small waterfall on a burn in forestry near Elsdon in Northumberland, on the edge of the national park. It is an obscure, unsignposted spot: from a forest road you follow the watercourse and keep to the right-hand branch at a fork for a couple of hundred metres to reach the fall in...

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4 overnight parking

FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Leehouse Linn?
Northumberland contains this secluded spot tucked away on the moorland. Hikers discover it along the Whiskershiel Burn within the national park boundaries.

What type of place is Leehouse Linn?
Leehouse Linn is a waterfall in the Northumberland National Park in northern England.

When is the best time to visit Leehouse Linn?
Spring to autumn offers the absolute ideal window to catch the cascade. Bright afternoons following a spell of heavy rainfall provide the most dramatic flow into the plunge pool.

What can you do at Leehouse Linn?
Swimming in the cool sandstone basin provides a refreshing thrill for brave visitors. Photography enthusiasts can also capture the white foam breaking over the dark stone ledges.

How long should I spend at Leehouse Linn?
An hour usually gives you enough time to enjoy a quick dip and take some photos. Packing an exceptionally thick towel ensures you stay warm after leaving the water.

Where do I park at Leehouse Linn?
Spaces for vehicles include four overnight parking spots nearby. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Leehouse Linn?
There are no food spots recorded immediately near Leehouse Linn, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

Where can I stay near Leehouse Linn?
There are no staycation spots recorded immediately near Leehouse Linn, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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