Activities at Wallington

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.

Family cycling at Wallington

Explore Wallington on two wheels on the new Dragon cycle trail which has been designed with families in mind. This safe, entry level trail is the ideal way to get out and about on the wider estate and enjoy spotting wildlife and far reaching views across Northumberland.

Five brilliant reasons to bring your bike

5 brilliant reasons to bring your bike and discover new Dragon Cycle Trail at Wallington.

Dragon cycle trail

Explore the wider Wallington estate on the new Dragon cycle trail; pedal across Broomhouse Farm’s fields, whizz through the woods and enjoy far reaching views across Northumberland.

• Easy
• 20 mins
• 3.0 miles (4.8km)

Wildlife at Wallington

There's plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife at Wallington. See red squirrels in action and watch birds on the feeders from our wildlife hide. Find out about the important conservation work we do to look after the many species that live here.

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.

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.

Discover Wallington's secret garden

Soak up the atmosphere of the tranquil East Woods and discover the hidden Walled Garden, a delightful garden hidden behind high walls at the bottom of a woodland valley.

River walk at Wallington

Walk along the banks of the River Wansbeck, explore the woods and see what wildlife you can spot on this riverside walk.

• Easy
• 1 hour
• 1.5 miles (2.4km)

Wallington and your dog

With miles of walks through the woods and an abundance of smells our special place is a doggy paradise.

Get out and about on the Wallington estate

Stretch your legs on this huge estate. Wander the open moorland and hectares of woodland or discover the wooded streams. Look out for wildlife, archaeology, geology or traces of our industrial past on one of our many walks.

Wannie Line walk

This circular walk will take you onto both the Wannie and Rothbury railway lines, where trains once steamed carrying Wallington's stone, lime, coal and livestock, as well as passengers.

• Easy
• 2 hours
• 6.3 miles (10.1km)

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)

Greenleighton Moor walk

A challenging walk across moorland, around the shores of Fontburn Reservoir and past some of Wallington's oldest archaeology.

• Moderate
• 2 hours
• 6.0 miles (9.65km)

Broomhouse Farm walk

Enjoy a relatively easy circular route through woodland and grassy fields around Broomhouse Farm on the Wallington estate.

• Easy
• 1 hour
• 3.0 miles (4.8km)