Newburn To Wylam
11km Newburn Tyne And Wear

Newburn To Wylam Walk

Newburn, Tyne And Wear

A walk along the River Tyne from Newburn to Wylam and then back on the other side.

Distance - 11km (7 miles)

Ascent - 39m

Duration - Approx 3 hours

Terrain - A flat route with a mixture of waggonways, tarmac and forest tracks.

Parking - Plenty of parking near Newburn Activity Centre along Cycle Route 72. View Parking Map

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If hills aren't your thing then why not have a leisurely stroll along the banks of the River Tyne from Newburn to Wylam and back. There is plenty of parking along the riverside at Newburn and for this walk I chose to cross the bridge onto the south side and then return via the north bank.

As you follow Keelman's Way along to Wylam you will pass through a nature reserve called Ryton Willows so keep your eyes peeled for toads, Nuthatches, Buzzards and many other species of bird.

The path hugs the Tyne all the way and is pretty much flat all the way.

Once you arrive at Wylam simply cross over the bridge and start your return journey.

There used to be a path that hugged the river, however as some parts collapsed, this is currently closed. So walk past the garden centre and then look for the waggonway which is Cycle Route 72.

There are some lovely decorated benches along the wagonway depicting the history of the area.

This building is where the civil and mechanical engineer George Stephenson was born and grew up here until he was 8 years old. The building is owned by the National Trust, but has been closed the last few times we have been along this way.

You can choose to stay on the wagonway or pick one of the number of paths that lead into the forest area nearer the river.

And there is the bridge we initially crossed so we're nearly back.

Just before you head back to the car, have a visit to the Newburn Ford Battlefield Monument to read about a skirmish that eventually led to the English Civil War.

Then it's just a few minutes stroll back to the car or to the nearby cafe if you need a post-walk refreshment.

Where to Park For Newburn To Wylam

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54.983142, 54.983142

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Where To Park For Newburn To Wylam?

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Plenty of parking near Newburn Activity Centre along Cycle Route 72.

Fabulous Places On This Walk

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Newburn Ford Battlefield and Ryton Willows
Newburn Ford Battlefield and Ryton Willows
Military Newburn Tyne And Wear

Site of the battle of Newburn Ford and Ryton Willows Local Nature Reserve

Contributed by Simon Hawkins

Thanks for checking out this place on the Fabulous North! I do enjoy a wander out in to the countryside trying to find hidden gems that not many people know about. You can't beat a rogue pele tower up a remote hill, a mysterious stone circle or a stunning waterfall secluded in a forest.

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Newburn Ford Battlefield and Ryton Willows
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Site of the battle of Newburn Ford and Ryton Willows Local Nature Reserve

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