Mrs.
Heather Park I believe the Cheviot Hills to be my favourite Northumbrian place, or more specifically the river valleys which run down from the hills, i.e. The Ingram Valley, The Harthope Valley and the College Valley. My absolute favourite is the Harthope Valley as it is so peaceful and little known by the majority of tourists. We take a picnic on a summers day and relax by the quiet stream often staying well into the evening. Children love to paddle in the stream and do a spot of river dipping. It's a million miles away from the trials of everyday life. So relaxing!
Take the road out of Wooler up Cheviot Street signposted Earle and Middleton Hall. Turn right for Langleeford, the road is very steep and winds along beside the river where there are several places to pull off the road. Take care not to destroy the countryside for others and watch out for Adders in the summer.
E. Tendal Retired
Langleeford is a nice quiet place to picnic, play by the waterside and
relax.
Neil
Stewart
The Cheviots, especially the college valley area is my favourite place.
The sights are spectacular and wherever you are travelling to, or returning
from, they are wonderful landmarks telling us we are near home.
Walking, wildlife watching and picnicking are our favourite things to
do. The Cheviots are perhaps enjoyed most in the better weather, as they
can sometimes be a bit dangerous in inclement weather.
Neal Skelton (policeman)
I like the Simonside Hills for hill walking with dramatic views across
Rothbury and to the Cheviots. In the other direction the coast, Newcastle
and the Hexham Hills are visible: the whole effect is beautiful. Travel
by car and eat your sandwiches at the top of the crags. All weather and
any day - in all seasons. All conditions are wonderful - but the best
is a foot of new snow, cold air and a blue sky with good visibility.
Jane Skelton
Hepburn Woods. These have been enjoyed on many occasions with canine and
human friends. There are several marked trails through the woods with
fantastic views on the crags. Good food can be enjoyed at the Tankerville
Arms in Eglingham and at Roseden Farm shop near Wooler. It is advisable
to use both these maps: Landranger 81 and Landranger 75.
Mrs. Lorna Brewes
A pleasant walk on a fine day is round Wooler Common, especially with
young children or elderly people. There is a big flat area with picnic
tables and seats are dotted around. A shallow burn runs through widening
to a pond where there is plenty of wildlife and ducks to be fed. There
is an easy circular walk with information boards about the trees and wildlife,
leading to longer, more strenuous routes if preferred.
To get there turn into Ramsey's Lane in Wooler High Street and go straight
ahead into the Cheviots.
Sanderson
Family
Our family love Ingram Valley, where we walk and play in the river. You
can reach it by car; stopping off to buy ice creams in the summer. It
is beautiful all year round, although paddling in the winter is not advisable!
M. Buls (retired)
My favourite place is Ingram Valley for picnics, riverside walks etc.
It can be enjoyed all year round.
T.E.Hill (Geography teacher)
Greensheen Hill (NU 056 357)
It is my special place as the views are superb; to the west you get the
Cheviots and to the east you get the coast from Berwick to Dunstanburgh
castle. It is best on bright frosty autumn morn, but on a clear day it's
a delight. I recently managed to be on the summit on a day where every
thing was covered in snow, it was an unforgettable experience. You can
park at Holborn Grange and walk to the summit via St Cuthbert's Cave.
There is no nearby tea shop, but a flask will help extend your stop.