Boundary Walk
The boundary walk winds through Chopwell Wood, past conifer and broadleaf woodland, on forest roads and footpaths. The industrial heritage of Chopwell Wood is apparent as you cross the stone bridge over the old mineral railway line, which you will join for a short spell further along the trail. As you began the climb from the river Derwent back towards the car park, the trail guides you past a variety of woodland sculptures including giant eggs, woodland guardians and the popular Chopwell ‘hands’, which are at the end of a stunning avenue of copper beech trees.
How to get there:
Boundary Walk can be started from Chopwell Wood Main Car Park in Chopwell Woodland Park. High Spen, Chopwell, Rowlands Gill, Gateshead, and Newcastle are the nearest towns or villages.
600 metres along road into the wood, the car park is situated on the left.
OS Grid Reference: NZ 137 585