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Hamsterley Forest
Hamsterley Forest, DL13 3NL, Tel. 01388 488312
Hamsterley Forest is a delightful 2000 hectare oasis, sprawling along the sides of a sheltered valley. Visitors to Hamsterley have no shortage of options when it comes to forest adventure or a tranquil getaway from the hustles of modern living. Go on, explore!
Explore on Bike:
Hamsterley is one of the top destinations for mountain biking in Northern England. Hone your skills on our training loop before exploring the wide network of trails, from blue grade right up to extreme downhill trails at Descend Hamsterley. Bikes available to hire from Hamsterley Forest Cycle Centre.
Explore on Foot:
The walking trails will take you right into the heart of the forest for some spectacular wildlife watching opportunities. Early morning walkers may spot roe deer feeding, adders basking on rocks or even salmon leaping upstream on the beck.
Explore on Four Legs:
Enjoy miles of waymarked horse-riding routes that let you explore the heart of this beautiful forest. Please note, dedicated horse box parking is located in the Grove car park, 2 miles along the Forest Drive from the Bedburn entrance.
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Image Credits
Slider: Comfortable Accommodation - D. T. Heatherington; Show Time - Weardale Agricultural Society; Killhope North of England Lead Mining Museum; Peace and Tranquility- Visit England/Visit County Durham - Stanhope Moor; Outdoors and Active - Weardale House YMCA; Dark Skies - Weardale at Night - Gary Lintern; Eating Alfresco - J. Stephenson; Vibrant Villages - D. T. Heatherington; Polar Express - Cube Creative Group
Individual Images: Room with a view - D. T. Heatherington; Dine out - VisitEngland/Visit County Durham, Diana Jarvis; Food Festival at Auckland Castle - D. T. Heatherington; Killhope North of England Lead Mining Museum; Outdoor and Active - Science at Life; Peace and Tranquility - Andrea Holmes, Snap Happy Hippy; Cycling - North Pennines AONB Partnership, S. Harris; Weardale Way footpath sign, Peter Elliott; Find your Ancestors - Weardale Museum
