© Forestry Commission Picture Library - J. McFarlane © Killhope Leadmining Museum © The Weardale Museum - Tapestry © F C Picture Library - J. McFarlane The Weardale Railway © F C Picture Library - Mark Pinder - Hamsterley Forest Weardale High moorland expanses, tranquil dales, tumbling You can even enjoy a dip in the heated Weardale Wildlife thrives in Weardale and the wider North Where we are & rivers and waterfalls, exciting wildlife, dramatic Open Air Swimming Pool in Stanhope, play Pennines - red squirrels (which can be seen on history, vibrant communities, outstanding scenery a round at Crook Golf Club or strap on your the squirrel trail at Killhope Museum), otters, how to get there – this is the North Pennines. Weardale, one of the skis and indulge in some winter sports at the black grouse and thousands of breeding wading By road: Weardale is in the North Pennines Durham Dales, is part of this spectacular area of Weardale Ski Club – snow permitting! Take a birds can all be found here. In late spring and early with the A1M to the eastern side and the M6 to countryside - a fi ne example of what makes the ride on the Weardale Railway – a heritage line summer our glorious traditional hay meadows are the west. Appropriate feeder roads lead into area such a priceless national asset. running between Stanhope and Bishop Auckland awash with colourful wildfl owers whilst in August Weardale. – a great way to immerse yourself in the natural the moors burst into purple splendour as the By rail: The nearest mainline stations are The North Pennines was designated as an Area beauty of the landscape. heather blooms. of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in 1988. Darlington, Durham and Newcastle to the east and Penrith and Carlisle to the west. AONBs are nationally Protected Landscapes Weardale has a distinctive character, with The rocks and landscapes of Weardale and the which are given the same protection as, and are attractive settlements to explore, such as North Pennines have amazing stories to tell, of Tel 08457 484950 www.nationalrail.co.uk recognized as the equal of, our National Parks. Stanhope, Rookhope, Wolsingham and St. moving continents and tropical seas, of molten John’s Chapel. The area’s rich industrial heritage rock and ice sheets, of minerals and the men that By air: Both Newcastle and Durham Tees A great place to fi nd out about the area is the can be seen in the remains of our lead mining mined them. As well as being an AONB the North Valley international airports are close by. Durham Dales Centre in Stanhope – with its past, and you can see how the miners lived and Pennines is a European and Global Geopark – a For websearch or SATNAV tearooms, gift and craft shops it’s perfect for a UNESCO-endorsed accolade which refl ects the worked on a visit to family-friendly Killhope, the centre your search on leisurely afternoon. North of England Lead Mining Museum. area’s world-class geological heritage. DL13 2FJ , OS Map NY996392 Weardale is a special part of the North Don’t forget to stop off at the fascinating One day won’t be enough, so why not stay Pennines, a place where you can stretch your Weardale Museum in Ireshopeburn, where you for several? You’ll fi nd a wide variety of legs, spread your wings and explore one of our can see the Weardale Tapestry and marvel at the accommodation to suit all tastes from luxury hotel fi nest landscapes. This is perfect country for historic High House Chapel. to cosy bed and breakfast, from self-catering walking, cycling, horse riding, fi shing, and wildlife cottage or caravan to bunkhouse and campsite. A great way to get to grips with the rural way watching. Whether you’re looking for riverside Photographs below wanders or more challenging routes you’ll be of life is to join the locals at one of the many Birds HELM images c. Brian Irvine spoilt for choice! You’ll fi nd traffi c-free family agricultural shows in August and September, or pop along to Stanhope Farmers’ Market and Flowers c. NPAP Elizabeth Pickett, Rebecca Barrett & cycling, mountain biking and woodland walks in Shane Harris the nearby Hamsterley Forest. stock up on local goodies. Minerals c Peter Atkinson and Elizabeth Pickett To fi nd out more visit www.discoverweardale.com and www.northpennines.org.uk Petrol Station Parking C2C Cycle Route Museum Approximate Car journey times from Stanhope long distance cycling Durham City 35 minutes Public Toilets Tourist Information Weardale Way Location of Barnard Castle 30 minutes long distance walking route Advertisements Beamish Museum 40 minutes PO Post Offi ce Weardale Railway Station Swimming Pool Public Telephone Newcastle 50 minutes Hexham 40 minutes Cash Point The Weardale Heritage Railway Fishing Penrith 60 minutes 1 3 6 8 ROCK HOUSE ESTATE - NENTHEAD CROSS KEYS INN EASTGATE GEMCRAFT 5 COTTAGES - UP TO 34 PEOPLE Bed and Breakfast FOR GIFTS THAT ARE DIFFERENT Off-grid, vegetarian smallholding offering feltmaking workshops and Five cottages from a cosy cottage for 2 up to a large farmhouse for The Cross Keys offer you a warm and friendly welcome whether A wide range of high quality semi-precious stone jewellery, gifts, Bed & Breakfast accommodation. 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RockHouseEstate.co.uk slackhousefarm@fl eecewithaltitude.co.uk www.crosskeyseastgate.co.uk Email: [email protected] 1 3 6 8 KILLHOPE NORTH OF ENGLAND YMCA WEARDALE HOUSE HORSLEY HALL WEARDALE RAILWAY LEAD MINING MUSEUM OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTRE TRAINS THROUGH WEARDALE Killhope is a national award winning museum and a great day out LUXURY ACCOMMODATION AND FINE DINING Enjoy a leisurely journey and magnifi cent views along the gentle for the whole family. Take a guided tour of the mine, fi nd your own Looking for a fantastic day out? Why not test yourself on our Horsley Hall is an elegant, three-storey, 5* Silver Award Manor slopes of Weardale following in the train tracks of the Stockton and minerals. Woodland walks, exhibitions, shop and cafe. exhilarating zip wire, try your hand at archery, experience gorge House with beautiful grounds and magnifi cent views of Weardale. Darlington Railway. walking, climbing or mine exploration. For groups, families or Excellent home-cooked foods, from local and home grown individuals. Killhope North of England Leadmining Museum, ingredients. Weardale Railways CIC, Near Cowshill, Upper Weardale, YMCA Weardale House, Ireshopeburn, Stanhope Station, County Durham, DL13 1AR Liz Curry, Horsley Hall, Eastgate, Stanhope, County Durham, DL13 2YS Tel. 01388 537 505 Co. Durham, DL13 1HB Co Durham, DL13 2LJ Tel. 0845 600 1348 www.killhope.org.uk Tel. 01388 537479 Tel. 01388 517 239 [email protected] Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.horsleyhall.co.uk www.weardale-railway.org.uk www.weardalehouse.co.uk Email: [email protected] 1 3 8 8 BECKLESHELE WEARDALE MUSEUM AND WEARDALE OPEN AIR SWIMMING POOL PHOENIX SIGNS 4* SELF CATERING COTTAGE HIGH HOUSE CHAPEL SPECIALIZED SIGNMAKERS Visit the North Pennines only heated open-air swimming pool. The For a wide range of signs and sign related products, including Beckleshele is set off the beaten track at 1400 feet in the moorlands This intimate museum features three attractions in one - a lovely surrounding walls create a sun-trap that some have described as sourcing and manufacturing. Vehicle graphics, shop facia, window of Upper Weardale. The perfect retreat, to chill out and enjoy the folk museum of Weardale life, an historic Methodist chapel and being the Mediterranean in Weardale. New Developments: Sauna - graphics, exhibition & event signage, canvas and wallpaper printing tranquillity and magnifi cent views. Sleeps 4 people the beautiful Weardale Tapestry. Defi nitely one to visit. Seasonal great anytime and soft play area good for kiddies. Café - best coffee on environmentally friendly printer. Opening 2-5pm around. Muffins + hot paninis, gorgeous ! Blakeley Field, The Weardale Museum, 32 East End, Stanhope, Lanehead, Nr Cowshill, The Pool, Waterside Court, Ireshopeburn, DL13 1HD Co.Durham, DL13 2YG Weardale, DL13 1AP Stanhope, Co Durham, DL13 2LU Tel. 01388 517533 Tel. 01388 527037 Tel. 01388 537 683 Tel. 01388 528 466 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.beckleshele.co.uk www.woaspa.co.uk Email: ltaylor_blakeleyfi [email protected] www.weardalemuseum.co.uk www.phoenixsigns.eu Email: [email protected] 1 5 8 8 LOW CORNRIGGS FARM ASHBROW COTTAGE - WESTGATE DURHAM DALES CENTRE FOSSIL TREE B&B - C2C 4* AA HIGHLY COMMENDED B&B 4* SELF CATERING VISITOR CENTRE FOR THE DALE & BRIC-A-BRAC HOLIDAY COTTAGE - STANHOPE We offer a warm welcome, en-suite rooms, wonderful views and Set in a quiet country lane with beautiful walks on the doorstep. Tea room, information service, gift shop, and shopping courtyard A welcoming & homely 200 year old guest house, formerly award winning home cooked local food.