We had been contacted by Louise at the Royal Voluntary Service (RVS) to provide a training session for the over 55s, as part of the First Time For Everything project which is funded by Prudential. Obviously, we obliged and suggested Alnmouth as the place to conduct the training.
Continue reading “First Time For Everything – 19th November 2019”Allen Banks and Staward Gorge – 13th October 2019
Arriving early for the Allen Banks and Staward Gorge walk, we knew it was likely to be a wet day. However, for the moment, the rain was holding off.
We welcomed Jane for her first walk with Strolls with Poles and Julie gave her tuition on the technique before we took advantage of the weather and quickly did our warm up before setting off.
Continue reading “Allen Banks and Staward Gorge – 13th October 2019”Barnard Castle & Teesdale Way – 5th October 2019
When we checked out this walk from Barnard Castle and along the Teesdale Way back in April, we knew that it had to go onto the programme. It was lovely and varied but never straying too far from the River Tees. It also had the bonus of allowing us to visit Egglestone Abbey on the way back.
Continue reading “Barnard Castle & Teesdale Way – 5th October 2019”Haltwhistle, Featherstone and Lambley Viaduct – 21st September 2019
This walk from Haltwhistle to Featherstone and Lambley Viaduct was planned back in April. It was a lovely day then too. We could tell early on that this was going to be a good walk.
Continue reading “Haltwhistle, Featherstone and Lambley Viaduct – 21st September 2019”Haltwhistle, Featherstone and Lambley Viaduct – 21st September 2019
This walk from Haltwhistle to Featherstone and Lambley Viaduct was planned back in April. It was a lovely day then too. We could tell early on that this was going to be a good walk.
Continue reading “Haltwhistle, Featherstone and Lambley Viaduct – 21st September 2019”Old Bewick, Blawearie and Cateran Hole – 8th September 2019
We came to Old Bewick, Blawearie and Cateran Hole earlier in the year. However, then we could barely see our hands in front of our faces. The weather on this trip was completely different and in a good way. Take a look at the gallery for evidence.
Continue reading “Old Bewick, Blawearie and Cateran Hole – 8th September 2019”Coldingham and St Abbs – 31st August 2019
The Coldingham and St Abbs walk is the the furthest North that we usually go. It is one of the best walks though. The views are truly outstanding along the coast and the lovely village of Coldingham is very welcoming.
Continue reading “Coldingham and St Abbs – 31st August 2019”Historical Alnwick – 18th August 2019
The Historical Alnwick walk was exactly what it says, a walk around the history of Alnwick, with a few spectacular views thrown in for good measure. This walk was Ruth’s idea, so she was our guest guide.
Continue reading “Historical Alnwick – 18th August 2019”The Wannie Line – 4th August 2019
The start for the Wannie Line walk is not easy to find. Martin went out to the road, in front of the former National Trust Regional Office, to make sure everyone knew where the car park was.
Continue reading “The Wannie Line – 4th August 2019”Bamburgh to Budle Bay – 28th July 2019
Bamburgh to Budle Bay is just a short walk but is a good one. The views over the bay and out to the Farne Islands are wonderful on a clear day.
Continue reading “Bamburgh to Budle Bay – 28th July 2019”