PWN6 Allen Banks, Haydon Bridge

FREE TRIAL!!

1hr: 1.5 miles (2km)

Stroll along a beautiful riverbank to a lovely picnic/paddling spot, through ornamental woodland once part of the Ridley Hall Estate. An easy path for off-roaders, suitable for all up to the suspension bridge after which the path gets rough.

PWN4 Tower Knowe Lakeside Stroll, Kielder Water

2hrs: 3.75 miles (6km)

A lovely easy stroll to hidden scenic spots of the shore of Kielder Water allowing the chance to see some of the abundant wildlife on the lake. This route follows part of the newly developed Lakeside Way , a multi-user trail which will eventually encircle Kielder Water .

PWN3 Bull Crag Peninsula, Kielder Water

2hrs: 3.75 miles (6km)

Walk around a peaceful peninsula protruding into Kielder Water along forestry tracks and an easy access trail. There is one rough section you may need to carry a stroller across, otherwise it's easy going throughout with wonderful lake views, including walking along the drowned old North Tyne Road .

PWN1 Bakethin North Shore, Kielder Water

1hrs: 2 miles (3km)

An easy walk on good tracks from the Kielder Castle visitor centre to a viewpoint overlooking Bakethin Reservoir. The return route is along a wooded riverside and the route takes you past a pub and playground. Suitable for all pushchairs, but there are some moderate inclines on this walk. This walk follows part of the harder PWN2 Deadman Cairn.

PWN2 Deadman Cairn, Kielder Water

2hrs: 3.75 miles (6km)

A sternuous walk along forestry tracks and woodland paths, steep in places, along the north shore of Bakethin Reservoir and up onto the hillside to see an ancient burial chamber with excellent views of the water. Tough going in places, this is definitely for single ATPs only. The start and end of the walk overlaps PWN1 Bakethin North Shore.

PWN8 Blanchland, Hexham

2hrs: 3.5 miles (5.5km)

Blanchland is a beautiful village in the moors south of Hexham, and its unspoilt beauty is popular with period film-makers. This is a tough walk on a variety of terrains from the village up onto open moorland and back through woodland before relaxing in the pub or tea shop.

PWN9 Duke's Woods, Hexham

1 hour: 2 miles (3.2km)

This is an easy walk, suitable for all pushchairs, along a woodland lane that takes you past a neo-gothic mansion called Duke's House. The route takes you through pleasant woodland with plenty of space for toddlers to run around.

PWN12 Durham Cathedral and Riverside

1 hour: 2 miles (3.5km)

A semi-urban stroll taking in the centre of historic Durham , including the Castle and Cathedral, before heading down to the River Wear and walking round the curve of the river meander. Mediaeval bridges, haunted pubs, a dwarf's summer house, sanctuary knockers and loads of places to eat and drink. Good paths throughout, steep in places .

PWN5 Hadrian's Wall, Haltwhistle

1 hour: 2 miles (3.5km)

Step back in history to roam with the Romans as you walk alongside Hadrian's Wall north of Haltwhistle. Abundant ancient monuments, no fewer than 3 Roman Roads and even a pub on the modern road! Steep inclines and paths with long grass, so ATPs only.

PWN10 Tyne Riverside Country Park , Prudhoe

1 hour: 2 miles (3.5km)

A pleasant riverside wander along the banks of the Tyne in Prudhoe, with a playground and picnic areas for extra entertainment. There is a there and back easy access route for all, or a circular route for ATPs with the return along narrow grassy paths. You can also do this route from the train.

PWN11 Barnard Castle & Pecknell Wood

2 hours: 4 miles (6.4km)

This walk starts in the historical centre of Barnard castle and takes you out into the rural countryside surrounding Lartington Park . There is plenty to keep the whole family occupied with castles, bridges, animals and a playground all on route.

PWN7 Knaresdale Ramble, Slaggyford

2 hours: 3 miles (4.8km)

This is a tough and challenging route through the wonderful countryside of Knaresdale. The route takes you up and down dale through grassy fields and returns on an easy railway path. There is a narrow footbridge on route which may necessitate the removal of quick release back wheels or carrying the pushchair.