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Canal / Riverside Circular

Wansbeck Riverside Park and Wellhead Dene

Northumberland

Distance
1.9 mi
Est. time
1h
Difficulty
Medium
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About this walk

Start at the public riverside car park off Wansbeck Road and cross the parking area to the paved river path. Follow the path downstream beside the Wansbeck, with open views across the water and woodland along the valley sides. Near Stakeford, turn inland and climb the steps into Wellhead Dene. Follow the higher woodland paths back upstream, then descend to rejoin the riverside path and return to the car park.

Allow about an hour for this short circuit, with time to stop by the river. The woodland return includes steps and uneven ground, and paths can be muddy or slippery after rain. Wear shoes with a good grip and keep dogs under close control. This is a good outing for river and woodland views, although the steps make it unsuitable for pushchairs. Check the parking signs when you arrive.

Route guide: https://www.northumberland.gov.uk/NorthumberlandCountyCouncil/media/Neigbourhood-and-Local-Services/Parks%20and%20open%20spaces/QE11-bedlington-and-Wansbeck-country-park-leaflet.pdf

Walk details

Main location
Stakeford
Nearby town
Stakeford
Walk type
Circular
Category
Canal / Riverside
Distance
1.9 mi (3.0 km)
Est. time
1h
Explorer
Yes, off the beaten track

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