Carrs Cottage Guidebook
Walking/Sightseeing
'Slitt Wood' which starts from Westgate, along the Dale. The walk, which is 3.5 miles, takes you through the woods past waterfalls, then out onto the moor to see the remains of some extensive lead working. Carry on along the river, up onto the wild moors then back along the track with extensive views across the Dale.
The North Pennines AONB have produced a useful geotrail guide to tell you all about this. Check Slitt Wood and West Rigg Geotrail on explorenorthpennines.
Slit Woods
'Slitt Wood' which starts from Westgate, along the Dale. The walk, which is 3.5 miles, takes you through the woods past waterfalls, then out onto the moor to see the remains of some extensive lead working. Carry on along the river, up onto the wild moors then back along the track with extensive views across the Dale.
The North Pennines AONB have produced a useful geotrail guide to tell you all about this. Check Slitt Wood and West Rigg Geotrail on explorenorthpennines.
High Cup Nick is a classic U-shaped valley high on the western flanks of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). A deep chasm on the Pennine fellside, this famous nick, a dramatic geological formation at the top of High Cup Gill is part of the well-known Whin Sill, and overlooks the best glaciated valley in Northern England.
There is a walk to here from Cow Green Reservoir.
17 locals recommend
High Cup Nick
Pennine WayHigh Cup Nick is a classic U-shaped valley high on the western flanks of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). A deep chasm on the Pennine fellside, this famous nick, a dramatic geological formation at the top of High Cup Gill is part of the well-known Whin Sill, and overlooks the best glaciated valley in Northern England.
There is a walk to here from Cow Green Reservoir.
An impressive waterfall plus a lovely hotel which allows dogs, suggestion for lunch.
116 locals recommend
High Force Waterfalls
Alston RoadAn impressive waterfall plus a lovely hotel which allows dogs, suggestion for lunch.
Cow Green Reservoir
Cauldron Snout
Blanchland
An attractive small village, great cafe, pub/restaurant.
Elephant Trees
Walk to the Elephant trees, around Bollihope, Frosterley.
Raby Castle
Kynren
Kynren - story of England, shown during July and August.
The Bowes Museum
NewgateAuckland Castle
Market PlaceHadrian's Wall
Beamish, the Living Museum of the North
SINDERHOPE PONY TREKKING CENTRE
Fantastic views.
Telling the history of Weardale by stories of its heritage.
12 locals recommend
Weardale Museum and High House Chapel
Telling the history of Weardale by stories of its heritage.
Weardale Way
Neighbourhoods
Small town with 2 pubs, cafe and co-op. Pubs allow dogs, can walk by the river from the cottage.
Saint John's Chapel
Small town with 2 pubs, cafe and co-op. Pubs allow dogs, can walk by the river from the cottage.
Hexham Abbey
Beaumont StreetHexham, lovely town, small market on Tuesday and Saturday.
City/town information
Durham
Small beautiful historic city.
The Durham Dales Centre
Stanhope town, shops, pubs.
Food scene
The Rose & Crown at Romaldkirk
40 minute trip but beautiful scenery, great food.
The Blue Bell Inn
12 Hood StLovely small pub, highly recommended.
Lovely afternoon cream teas either in the garden or Baronial Hall, at Eastgate. Call on 01388 517239
Horsley Hall
Horsley HallLovely afternoon cream teas either in the garden or Baronial Hall, at Eastgate. Call on 01388 517239
Micro brewery, food, renowned for their Sunday carvery, must book, only open Thursday to Sunday, no dogs allowed in. Pub opposite the cottage.
Hare & Hounds
Micro brewery, food, renowned for their Sunday carvery, must book, only open Thursday to Sunday, no dogs allowed in. Pub opposite the cottage.
Visitor centre, easy parking, walk to Gibsons cave and cafe.
23 locals recommend
Bowlees Visitor Centre
Visitor centre, easy parking, walk to Gibsons cave and cafe.
Punch Bowl Inn
Food served all day, accept dogs, not far from Derwent Reservoir.
Activities
Day activities, choose either Gorge walking, climbing, paddle boarding, kayaking, canoeing, archery, rock climbing etc
Weardale Adventure Centre
Day activities, choose either Gorge walking, climbing, paddle boarding, kayaking, canoeing, archery, rock climbing etc