We are the Ponteland Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Graham S.
St Cuthberts Way via Gains Law to head of Akeld valley; down to Gleadscleugh then back to High Humbleton past Harehope Plantation and east side of Humbleton Hill before returning south to join outward route to Wooler Common.
The walk will mainly be on well-marked paths, including St Cuthbert’s Way, some stoney and one possible short boggy stretch. Several long, steepish climbs and descents, but no stiles and spectacular views all the way. Grade: Moderate, with some steep sections.
There will be a lunch stop en-route, possibly at the head off the Akeld Valley and refreshment stops as required.
Free car park at Wooler Common Picnic Area (Grid ref. NT977272; postcode NE71 6RJ). Directions to start point: A1 northwards , then turn onto A697, just past Morpeth, all the way to Wooler. Turn off into town centre and approaching this, turn second left (SP Wooler Common) all the way to the start point. N.B. this is a narrow road with few passing places and many potholes. Wooler Common Picnic area is on the right.
