East of Beamish on the Heritage Way and then to Brightlea Wood
Filed under: County Durham Border, Heritage WayDistance: 10.5 miles Start: Eden Place Picnic Area, Beamish (GR NZ220 537) Click to view start position on Google Maps This is a further walk along the Co Durham and Gateshead border – this time to the east from Beamish. The village of Beamish is a relatively new creation being formed in 1873. Formerly Beamish referred […]
Medomsley Circular on New Paths
Filed under: County Durham BorderA 10-mile circular walk around Medomsley in County Durham, using much of the Derwent Walk. The walk goes through ancient woodland, roman remains and historic mining areas, with excellent views.
Hedleyhope Fell and Satley
Filed under: OtherThis 11 mile circular walk takes in some of County Durham’s lesser-known places, starting in Cornsay and passing through the excellent Hedleyhope Fell Nature Reserve, before continuing to Satley.
Rainton Meadows to Pittington
Filed under: OtherAn 11 mile circular walk starting at Rainton Meadows, near to Houghton le Spring and taking much of the surrounding countryside and the superbly reclaimed mining landscape.
Sanctuary Way Stage 1 – Whickham to Beamish
Filed under: Sanctuary Way12 mile circular walk from Beamish to Whickham as part of The Sanctuary Way which goes from Whickham to York. The walk is full of the rich history of this area, taking in old steam trains and country manor houses.