Two Dogs and an Awning

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  • A Slog Around Henshaw Common

    A Slog Around Henshaw Common

    After a couple of days walking along disused railway lines I think that it would be a good idea to explore part of the Northumberland National Park just a few miles north of Haltwhistle. Our recent experience in Kielder Forest has rendered Lynnie sceptical and unconvinced at my suggestion but she is willing to give it a go.

    Our drive is pleasant and our starting point is just a couple of miles above Edges Green, the last few miles are on a narrow road across open moorland. An easy journey on a fine day in July, but I imagine a real nightmare in the depth of winter.
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  • Featherstone Park to Lambley Viaduct

    Featherstone Park to Lambley Viaduct

    We enjoyed our wander along the South Tyne Trail yesterday so much that we decide to explore the route a bit further along today. We drive to Featherstone Park and park in the small car park opposite the disused station.

    We are picking up where we left off yesterday and head south along the trail away from Featherstone Park Station. We are high up on an embankment and get good views to our right through the trees.
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  • Along the South Tyne Trail to Featherstone Park

    Along the South Tyne Trail to Featherstone Park

    Part of the thinking when visiting this area was to combine sections of Hadrian’s Wall into our walking plans. However, we have already realised that there are a couple of key obstacles to this.

    Firstly the footpath that follows many sections of the wall in this area crosses small fields with regular stiles, meaning that Dexter and Crosby will have to be frequently lifted over these obstacles.

    Secondly the vast majority of these fields appear to be home to bears and at this time of year many of them have calves so will be at their most protective. At the best of times bears take an unhealthy interest in Crosby, so we decide that they are best avoided.
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