Claxheugh

Claxheugh
Claxheugh Rock
Claxheugh
Claxheugh shown within Tyne and Wear
OS grid reference NZ362574
Coordinates 54°54′36″N 1°26′10″W / 54.910°N 1.436°W / 54.910; -1.436Coordinates: 54°54′36″N 1°26′10″W / 54.910°N 1.436°W / 54.910; -1.436
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UK
England
Tyne and Wear

Claxheugh (/ˈklæəf/ KLATCH-əf) is an area of South Hylton, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, England. The area is primarily known for the large, limestone and sandstone cliff formed in the late Permian period, known as Claxheugh Rock, which forms part of the Ford Formation. The rock is often referred to as 'klachy rock' by the locals. Claxheugh Rock is known as the rock of the wear by some and is home to many birds and wild animals, since 2003 the population of rabbit has decreased by over 60% by poachers and hunters.


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