Part of the South Tyneside's Community Page programme
Category 1 Walk – Easy. A well-maintained path that involves some minimal ascent and descent. Total distance is 15.1km (9.4miles). Total elevation gain is 124m.
Set off is 10am.
Overview:
Walking around Derwent Reservoir is defined by its expansive waterside paths, peaceful forests, and moorland.
You will enjoy splendid views across the expansive Derwent Reservoir, one of England’s largest inland waters, and the second largest reservoir in the region after Kielder Water.
The reservoir is a key part of the water supply network in north east England, and is owned and managed by Northumbrian Water. It is the principal water source for Tyne and Wear, supplying 28 million gallons per day.
We start the walk from Pow Hill Country Park and head east along the shoreline, We follow the well-maintained path around the reservoir, stopping at the half-way point for lunch.
At the end of the walk, there is a coffee shop in Pow Hill Country Park to grab a coffee and cake before heading home.
Kit Needed:
Cost of Event:
The wellbeing walk is offered as a free event, as the ability to pay should not be a barrier to access nature in support of your health and wellbeing.
However, if you feel you are able to make a contribution to cover the costs of these walks, we would be very grateful for the offer of a donation - either in cash on the day or via bank transfer.
This will help not only cover the costs for the day but also scale up the number of walks we are able to offer.
For those able to pay, a donation of between £5-£10 per person would be great.
This can be paid in cash on the day, or via online transfer. Bank details for online transfer are:
Conscience Coaching and Consulting CIC
08-92-99
67388516
Pow Hill Country Park, Edmundbyers Consett, DH8 9NT
Where it's happening:
Pow Hill Country Park