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Derwent Walk Country Park
A long country park following a former railway line along the River Derwent from Swalwell to Rowlands Gill, with flat paths for buggies and bikes, woodland, viaduct views and bird hides. The Thornley Woodlands Centre is a handy starting point.
📍 Rowlands Gill, North East · NE39 1AU
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Visitor information
- Ages
- 0–16+
- Typical visit
- Half day
- Address
- Thornley Woodlands Centre, Lockhaugh Road, Rowlands Gill NE39 1AU
- Opening times
- Park open access; Thornley Woodlands visitor centre reported open daily 10:00-16:00 (council page via search snippet).
⚠️ Opening times, prices and seasonal closures change often. Always confirm on the official website before you set off.Details last checked 7 Oct 2026.
Make a day of it
Derwent Walk Country Park is a stop on these 2 planned days out, with timings, lunch and what's nearby.
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