Allenheads - Circa 1915

Private Gilbert Graham of Allenheads served in theĀ 30th Northumberland Fusiliers. Gilbert was born at Sipton Shield as one of ten siblings. He died at the Somme and is commemorated on the Thiepval monument. Also pictured in Hexham Courant, 22 July 1916

Allenheads - Circa 1916

John Henry Reed (1897-1979) served in the Great War. Born in Sipton, near Allenheads (see also 0005026)  

Sipton - Circa 1965

Sipton lead mine.This photo was taken from Tedham Green, looking towards the Allendale road with Sipton Terrace in the distance. In the foreground is the River Allen. Also see 0002162