Tynedale Walks

Stay on the right track with historic viaduct route

THIS is a straightforward walk, suitable for people of all ages, and ideal for families.

Last updated 8 January 2009
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Ramblers ready to complete trek

MEMBERS of Hexham Ramblers’ Association are preparing to complete their trek along St Oswald’s Way – the long distance route from Holy Island to Heavenfield and Hadrian’s Wall.

Last updated 27 November 2008
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Enjoy cycling in countryside

IF you were inspired by the success of Britain’s cycling team at the Beijing Olympics and want to cycle through the Mid-Tyne countryside, try these three routes:Route 1: Wark-Bellingham-Stonehaugh (orange route on map)Distance: Long route: 25 miles. Short route: 15 milesType of route: Day ride. Moderate to strenuous in places. Quiet country lanes. Short road sections.Start point: Wark village green (alternatively route can be picked up at Bellingham or Stonehaugh).Route 2: Wark-Chollerton-Throckington. (purple route on map) Distance: 24 miles. Type of route: Circular day ride on marked roads and quiet country lanes. Moderate. Start point: Wark Village Green.Route 3: Barrasford Park Link. (purple route on map)Distance: 10 miles

Last updated 11 September 2008
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The long and the short of Whittle Dene walk

THIS latest walk, devised by the Tynedale Healthy Walks Project, offers both a short and long option. Both walks set off from the Tyne Riverside Park at Low Prudhoe. Short WalkLong walk

Last updated 26 June 2008
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A border stroll

THIS border walk starts and ends in County Durham, but most of it is through the woodland and fields which flank the Northumberland side of the River Derwent.

Last updated 23 June 2008
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The long and short of walks through the ‘Shire

THIS latest offering from the Tynedale Health Walks Project through Hexhamshire.

Last updated 23 June 2008
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Walks are heaven sent

THESE routes, devised by the Tynedale Health Walks Project, offer extensive views from the hillsides to the north of Corbridge.

Last updated 3 April 2008
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The long and the short of walking around Allendale

THIS trek, the latest in a series from the Tynedale Health Walks Project, offers two options in and around Allendale.Long WalkShort Walk

Last updated 27 March 2008
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Follow the sound of the Devil's Water

THIS walk, devised as part of the Tynedale Health Walks Project, takes in a woodland area just south of Hexham.

Last updated 20 March 2008
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Discover beauty of Slaley the healthy way

THIS WALK, adapted from the Healthy Walks programme devised by Leisure Tynedale, takes in the picturesque landscape north of the village of Slaley.

Last updated 6 March 2008
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See beyond Broomley Wood to admire the trees

THE walk, linking the old settlements of Broomley and Old Ridley, sets off from the community woodland planted by the Allendale Estates.

Last updated 28 February 2008
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Time out in Bewick country

hxovpackhorse THIS circular walk connects the sound-alike villages of Ovingham and Ovington, with the additional bonus of taking in a picturesque stroll along the banks of the River Tyne.

Last updated 15 February 2008
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Shake off those festive cobwebswith a bracing Newbrough walk

Map by Marcus Byron, based on Ordance Survey mapping © Crown copyright AM69/07 START in the village, near the Red Lion pub. Walk away from the main road up the minor road beside the Red Lion, passing a telephone box on the right and then a haulage contractor’s depot on the left.

Last updated 28 December 2007
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Greenhead to Walltown via Thirlwall Castle

Ordnance Survey mapping © Crown copyright. AM69/07 A COMBINATION of footpaths create this fascinating circular walk in Northumberland National Park, which is full of interesting things to experience and punctuated by a fine old inn and several very nice tea shops where you can warm up and indulge.