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Woodland & Forest in Newcastle
Woodland & Forest in Newcastle: every place written up honestly, with the details parents actually need.
4 places 3 free to visit
FreeChopwell Wood
Rowlands Gill, Gateshead
Free Forestry England woodland near Gateshead - trails and picnic, Soft Play N.
ParkingPicnic areaDog friendlyWheelchair accessible
FreeJesmond Dene
Newcastle upon Tyne
Free woodland valley with waterfalls, mill ruins and a Pets Corner to wander round on foot or with the buggy.
Dog friendlyOutdoor playPicnics allowedPushchair friendly+1 more
Nature Grotto Hartburn Forest
Morpeth
A carved-out riverside cave once used by bathers to change and slip into the water, tucked away near Hartburn.
FreeThornley Wood
Rowlands Gill
A short, free sculpture trail through Paddock Hill Wood with around ten carved wooden animals to spot.
CaféFree parkingOutdoor play
Good to know: woodland & forest in Newcastle
Are any of them free?
Yes, Chopwell Wood, Jesmond Dene and Thornley Wood are free to visit.
Whereabouts are they?
You'll find woodland & forest in Rowlands Gill, Newcastle upon Tyne and Morpeth. Every place we list is in or around Newcastle, and each listing has the full address and directions.
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