We are the Ponteland Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Heading East, we cross the river Derwent on to the disused railway track. Then we head west towards Rowlands Gill where we cross the road and on up the wooded valley to the top of Spen Banks. We then turn and head back via High and Low Thornley to the start. There were no cows or bulls encountered on the pre-walk.
There will be a refreshment stop en route.
This walk is being lead by Justin Pearce.
We start at Thornley Woodlands Centre (lamp.vast.grain) (NZ 1786 6040) There is limited parking so car share if possible. Directions - A1 south to junction 73 and then take the A694 signposted to Consett. Follow this road for just over 2.25 miles and the parking place is on the left signposted Thornley Woodlands Centre.
