Setting out from Edmundbyers we walk on moorland paths all the way to Sikehead Dams where we will have lunch. The return journey covers more varied terrain mostly on farm paths and some roadway. Our return also passes Belmount Farm, place of the dastardly “Blanchland Murder” - more details provided on the day. There are few walls or styles to negotiate and generally the underfoot condtions should be fairly stable.
Lunch will be taken at Sikehead Dams. Rehydration stops will be take if conditions dictate. The Derwent Arms offers a full range of traditional pub refreshements.