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Derwent Valley Ramble

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Overview

The walk is on tarmac and well trodden pathways through woodland and riverside in the Derwent Valley.

Friday, 16 May 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
12:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
6.4km / 4.0mi
Ascent:
135m / 443ft
Type:
circular

Limited free parking.  Try to share lifts if possible.

Toilets and cafe available

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NZ 19690 61956
Nearest postcode:
NE16 3BW
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Start time:
10:30 am

Swalwell Visitor Centre, near Blaydon RFC

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE