Nature & gardens
Causey Arch Picnic Area
A wooded gorge walk to the world's oldest surviving single-arch railway bridge, built in the 1720s for coal wagons. Free parking, picnic spots and short circular paths make it a cheap add-on to Beamish or Tanfield Railway, which runs right past it.
📍 Stanley, North East · NE16 5EJ
Visitor information
- Ages
- 0–16+
- Typical visit
- Half day
- Address
- A6076 between Stanley and Sunniside
- Opening times
- Open access woodland.
Family facilities
Last checked 7 Oct 2026
- AccessibilityPicnic area described as suitable for wheelchair users; gorge paths include steep steps.
- ParkingFree car park off A6076.
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Make a day of it
Causey Arch Picnic Area is a stop on these 3 planned days out, with timings, lunch and what's nearby.
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