We will meet as normal at Hebburn Library. From here, we will walk down to the metro station to travel across to Jarrow. Please bring appropriate fare or a travel card.

This walk takes us across to North Tyneside via the Pedestrian Tunnel. The tunnel opened in 1951 and walking through it is like stepping back in time. There is some good leg exercise for those brave enough to tackle the 130 stairs but lifts are also available. On leaving the tunnel, we enter Howdon, where our path will take us around some beautiful wild, green spaces with great views to the south. We will then return the way we came back to Jarrow Library. Please note there is no toll for using the tunnel.

• Difficulty: Easy (Moderate if you take the stairs)
• Time: 1 hour 45 minutes (for the walk); metro journey to Jarrow is only 3 minutes
• Distance: 4 miles
• Total height climbed along the route: 256 ft
• Terrain: Near Howdon Park, there is about half a mile of rough, uneven path. Some of this path can be very muddy. Walking shoes or boots are recommended.
• Steps: There are around 130 steps at each end of the tunnel; however, there is also a lift to avoid these. 
• Wheelchair accessible: No
• Toilets: There are toilets at Jarrow Focus Library. However, there are no public toilets along the walk.

Public transport to Hebburn

Hebburn Metro station is only a 5 minute walk from the library.

The following buses stop very close to the library: 26, 27