Country Pursuits

Moorland and riverside walking from Tan Hill to Cow Green Reservoir and beyond - part of the well known national trail.

A long distance route along the River Tees from source to the mouth of the Tees, also ideal for short, circular walks.

A pleasant 6 mile walk through Cotherstone, Romaldkirk and Mickleton to Lonton. Parking available at Mickleton Picnic Area. This is a level walk, suitable for all ages and abilities.

Waymarked walks of varying distances and difficulty in these woods at the edge of Barnard Castle.

Leaflet for the Bowlees Picnic Area nature trail is available from the Bowlees Visitor Centre.

Waymarked walks of varying distance & difficulty in the Forestry Commission's Hamsterley Forest. Also orienteering course, cycle routes, horse-riding trails & picnic places.

Guided walks for individuals and groups, not suitable for dogs.
For details and availability contact Geoff Hewitt, 4 Croft View, Lead Pipe Lane, Cotherstone.

Walks of 2 to 7 miles (3 to 12 km) from BarnardCastle, Butterknowle, Cockfield, Cotherstone, Copley, Bowlees, Baldersdale & Lunedale Reservoirs, Evenwood, Gainford, Staindrop, Woodland, Hamsterley, Middleton-in-Teesdale.

Harwood in Teesdale, Barnard Castle DL12 0YP

A picturesque walk, guided if required, around this 570 acre farm which is part of the Raby Estate in Upper Teesdale.
No charges. WC. Limited car parking. Dogs allowed if on lead.

Four cycle routes catering for different ability levels, from short family trails to a severe black route for the experienced cyclist. A 20 mile trailquest course takes in the whole forest.

3 family routes on quiet lanes between Barnard Castle & Richmond, 12-28 miles (20-45km).