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Gateshead Group

We are the Gateshead Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Starting from the car park in Blanchland we walk in a northerly direction, past Pennypie House to Slaley Forest. Just before we get there we turn in a south westerly direction along the Carrier's Way to the shooters' hut at Blackburn Head. We might have lunch there (walking speed depending) and we turn towards Newbiggin and Blanchland. 

Saturday, 16 August 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
213.4m / 700ft
Type:
circular

The car park operates on a voluntary payment scheme. Suggested donation £1 (or more).

CASH ONLY

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 96479 50451
Nearest postcode:
DH8 9TA
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Start time:
10:00 am

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking