We are the Chester-le-Street Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Blackhall Mill to Hepper Hill Park Woods
A moderate walk of about 8km, starting at Blackhall Mill. The route ascends through Milkwellburn Wood to an old railway course, then continues on Lead Lane for about 600m before turning into Hepper Hill Park Wood. Near Ebchester the route turns left to follow the north bank of the Derwent back to Blackhall Mill. The route is likely to be muddy.
Refreshment facilities are available at the Lintzford Garden Centre, NE39 1DG, which is a short drive away on the A694.
9.50am to meet and 10.00am to leave, at the old Civic Centre car park, Chester le Street, DH3 3UA
10.30am in the car park on Armondside Road, close to the bridge over the Derwent. The car park is accessed by a right turn off Mill Road immediately after the bridge. Parking is limited, but there may be more parking further along Armondside Road, alternatively along River View (west of Mill Road). Please carshare if possible. The postcode is NE17 7TX. What 3 words: feed.newer.brilliant
