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Nelly's Moss Lakes at Cragside

Northumberland

Distance
1.5 mi
Est. time
1h
Difficulty
Easy
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About this walk

A quiet circuit of the two Nelly's Moss lakes, with wooded banks, small bridges and open views across the water. These reservoirs helped supply William Armstrong's hydroelectric system at Cragside.

Start at Crozier car park and follow the path to Carriage Drive. Turn right across the South Lake dam, then left onto the eastern lakeside path. Follow its bends north to the second lake. Continue around North Lake with the water on your left, passing the boathouse before heading south along the western shore of South Lake. Rejoin Carriage Drive and turn right for the short return to the car park. Follow the blue waymarkers throughout.

Allow about an hour, plus time for a picnic. There is little climbing, but the stone paths have small steps and gullies. Wear shoes with a good grip and keep dogs on leads. Toilets and the adventure play area are beside Crozier car park.

Cragside admission applies, with parking included. Crozier is reached by the estate's one-way Carriage Drive. Check opening times before travelling.

Route guide: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/north-east/cragside/nellys-moss-lakes-walk

Walk details

Main location
Rothbury
Nearby town
Rothbury
Walk type
Circular
Category
Park / Green space
Distance
1.5 mi (2.4 km)
Est. time
1h
Explorer
Yes, off the beaten track

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