We are the Ponteland Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Leaving the car park, we follow the River Tyne east, staying as close to the river as possible to enjoy the views. We briefly join the waggonway to cross the river on the old railway bridge. Leaving the waggonway, we head to Horsley Wood/Holly Hill, taking in the wonderful views of the Tyne Valley and the River. Heading north to pass through Horsley Village,
We then cross Gallowhill Lane and Gallow Hill Heading towards Whittle Farm and the top part of Whittle Dene.
Leaving the dene we head to Ovington and make our way back to Ovingham and the car park via St Andrews Lane, Whittle Dene and the car/ foot bridge.
Terrain: mostly well defined paths, woodland trails, pavement and fields. Some short moderate inclines, nothing too steep or strenuous.
Refreshments: Lunch stop en-route, hydration stops when required. For those who wish Refreshments at the end of the walk, there is the Adam & Eve pub or the cafe in the car park (I believe it closes at 4pm)
Tyne Riverside Country Park, Low Prudhoe. Directions to Start - West on the A69, leave at the Junction for Ovingham/Wylam/Horsley (B6528). Turn left, then turn right at the cross roads, continue on the B6528 through Horsley Village and straight ahead, turn left (SP Ovingham) at the T junction turn right, follow the road round and turn left to go over the bridge. The car park is on the right hand side just past the end of the bridge.
