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.

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)

Autumn at Wallington

Time to take a breath and soak in the beauty of the new season as we immerse ourselves in the changing colours and sights around us. The sun sits lower in the sky and the leaves crunch underfoot; time for walking, talking and taking time out.

Visiting Wallington with your dog

With miles of walks through the woods and countryside Wallington is an ideal place to bring your dog along when you visit.

Cycle hire at Wallington

Did you know that you can hire a bike when you visit Wallington?

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.

Discover Wallington's secret garden in summer

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.

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)

Farm walk

Enjoy a relatively easy circular route through woodland and grassy fields on the Farm walk at Wallington.

• Easy
• 1 hour
• 2.2 miles (3.5km)

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
• 2.6 miles (4.15km)

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.

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)

Walking and livestock

Read about how to keep safe when walking through livestock when out and about on a country walk.

On your bike!

Visit our cycle trail and explore the beautiful Wallington from the saddle. In partnership with British Cycling and HSBC UK we’re offering low cost cycle and equipment hire for all ages, making it easier than ever to get out on the trail. Come along and discover a new way to enjoy nature on two wheels.

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.

Dawn Patrol and Evening wildlife tour

Join Wallington's Red Squirrel Ranger, Glen Graham, on his dawn patrol as he heads out and about on the estate. Enjoy the wildlife rush hour in woodlands and beyond and help him with his daily "to do" list.

Dragon cycle trail

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

• Easy
• 20 mins
• 3.0 miles (4.8km)

Dragon Trail Challenge

How many miles can you and the rest of our visitors’ cycle this January? Take part in the Dragon Trail Challenge to kick start your New Year and get out into nature whilst having fun and getting fit.