Weekly walks all year round, highly regarded footpath maintenance work and a great way to make new friends – three good reasons to join Hexham Ramblers!
Jill B.
This walk promises to be a real spring treat for nature lovers! The route starts off (uphill) along a minor road and across (we hope) fields of orchids to Swinhope. We then head up on to the Black Way, a track which joins Isaac's Tea Trail and takes us down to the River East Allen at Rye Close. We cross the river here, heading through woodlands and along the riverside path back to Dirt Pot. With luck we should see curlews and lapwings as we walk.
Advance booking is required for this walk. To reserve your place, please e-mail the walk leaders, Jill and John, through the contact box above - and remember to include your mobile number in the mail.
Booking opens on Monday, 29th April.
Meet at the parking area at the Smelt Mill Bridge - also known as Dirt Pot. Take the B6295 towards Allenheads from Allendale and after about 6 miles, take the turning to the right, signposted to Ropehaugh and Coalcleugh. Follow the road down the hill for about 300/400 yards and turn right over the stone bridge across the river to the parking area.
