Ferryhill's secret woodland

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Overview

A walk across farmlands to the north of Ferryhill, and then through the Woodland Trust wood on the former Dean and Chapter site. There is a short section on the footpath alongside the A167 and then a crossing of that road.

Friday, 29 November 2024

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 12:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 6.4km / 4.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Roger's mobile number 07565770753

Features

Toilets available
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: NZ 29067 32909
Nearest postcode:: DL17 8JF
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Start time:: 10:30 am

Meet at junction of North Street, Broom Road and Hallgarth Terrace. Ferryhill's Friday market will be taking place in the town market place. Find street parking or an alternative is an unpaved area at the far end of Hallgarth Terrace.

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