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8
Jun
2012
Hamsterley and Hamsterley Forest
Filed under: OtherA 12 mile circular walk beginning in Hamsterley village, passing through very pleasant woodland and riverside areas.
11
Apr
2012
Castle Eden, Hesleden and Hurworth Burn Reservoir
Filed under: OtherA 12 mile circular walk from Castle Eden through the Denes of the area with some excellent woodland walking and birdlife to be seen. The walk also incorporates some of the railway history of the area.
7
Mar
2012
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.
24
Feb
2012
Who was Samuel Plimsoll?
Filed under: OtherA short piece about Samuel Plimsoll, best known for his efforts in saving the lives of many mariners but not so well known for his early work in encouraging access rights for walkers and hikers.
20
Feb
2012
Another Walk in Geltsdale
Filed under: OtherAn 11 mile circular walk around Geltsdale beginning in Castle Carrock and passing through Talkin and Brampton. The walk includes the beautiful Talkin Tarn and an excellent RSPB bird reserve wood.