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Holywell Pond, Village and Dene
The Delaval family was granted land in south east Northumberland at the end of the 11th century. The family name changed in 1814 when the estate passed through the female line to Sir Jacob Astley. His son and heir became Lord Hastings. The estate was largely agricultural land but coal was mined here by 1291 up to 1960. This walk takes in reminders of both agricultural and coal industries, as well as wooded parkland.
- Moderate
- 3 hours 30 mins
- 5.5 miles (8.85km)
Walk 2 – Holywell & Sluice
Take a walk around the wider estate of Seaton Delaval Hall, incorporating local points of interest on the way, such as Seaton Sluice harbour.
- Easy
- 2 hours 30 mins
- 4.5 miles (7.2km)
Walk 4 – Country and Coast
A coastal walk starting from Seaton Delaval Hall, passing the site of the Hester Pit, where 204 men and boys were tragically killed in 1862.
- Easy
- 3 hours
- 5.0 miles (8.0km)
Walk 1 – Wagonway
A self-guided walk around the wider estate of Seaton Delaval Hall, incorporating local points of interest and historical facts about the Delaval family and the hall.
- Easy
- 2 hours 30 mins
- 4.0 miles (6.4km)
Wildlife at Seaton Delaval Hall
Follow one of our regular estate walks, spot our five species of bats who live in the hall or discover the insects that call our bee garden home.
Walk 3 – Holywell Dene and Old Hartley
An easy self-guided walk taking in the points of interest around Holywell Dene and Old Hartley, including the history of the local area and Seaton Delaval Hall.
- Easy
- 3 hours
- 5.0 miles (8.0km)
Crops, Coal and Seaton Delaval Village(s)
A moderate 6-mile walk around the land used for agriculture and mining by the Delaval family since the 11th century.
- Moderate
- 3 hours 30 mins
- 6.0 miles (9.65km)
Things to see and do at George Stephenson's Birthplace
Enjoy a riverside walk or a family cycle ride along the wagon way before stopping for a bite to eat at our café. Or discover the tiny room in which George Stephenson guided by our costumed interpreters.
Walking at Wallington
Put your best foot forward on one of the many walks around the Wallington estate, from a gentle 1 mile woodland stroll to a rugged 6 mile hike.
Broom House Farm walk
Enjoy a relatively easy circular route through woodland and grassy fields around Broom House Farm on the Wallington estate.
- Easy
- 1 hour
- 3.0 miles (4.8km)
Dragon cycle trail opening
The new family friendly Dragon cycle trail at Wallington will open on May 28 and 29 with a celebration of pedal power; bring your bike to join in the fun.
Seven Reasons To Visit Every Day Of The Week
Welcome the arrival of spring at Wallington, with the historic home now open 7 days a week, gardens starting to wake up and miles and miles of walks on offer you're going to need more than just a day to explore.
Five brilliant reasons to bring your bike
5 brilliant reasons to bring your bike to Wallington to discover the Dragon Cycle Trail this year.
Rothley lake, a hidden gem
To the north of the Wallington estate in Northumberland lies Rothley Lake a hidden gem abundant with wildlife and plants just waiting to be explored.
Wallington Heritage Tree trail
Wallington was the home of the Blackett and Trevelyan families for more than 300 years, and one of their great legacies is the trees they planted.
- Easy
- 30 mins
- 1.0 mile (1.6km)
The Dragon's SCALE bike code
We want you to have as much fun as possible when on the Dragon cycle trail at Wallington. To help all our visitors have a brilliant time, we have a quick and simple bike code for cyclists to follow.
Cycling at Wallington
Explore Wallington on two wheels on the Dragon cycle trail - get out and about on the wider estate and enjoy spotting wildlife and far reaching views across Northumberland.
Learn to Nordic walk
Try a different form of walking and get out across Wallington in the company of a small group, led by Nordic walking instructor Julie from Strolls with Poles.