Jesmond Dene
A wooded ravine in the middle of Newcastle, with a waterfall, an old mill and Pets' Corner.
- Distance
- 3 km
- Ascent
- 30 m
- Time
- 0.5–1 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 62 m
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About this walk
Jesmond Dene is an easy 3 km circular walk with 30 m of ascent, taking 0.5 to 1 hours. It starts at Armstrong Bridge, Jesmond (grid reference NZ 261 663). The start can be reached by public transport.
Jesmond Dene is a steep, wooded valley along the Ouseburn, given to the city by the industrialist Lord Armstrong in the 1880s. Paths run along both banks between Armstrong Bridge and the north end of the dene, past a waterfall, the ruins of an old watermill and a little banqueting hall.
Pets' Corner, near the middle, is popular with children. The walk goes up one bank and back down the other.
Route
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1
Up the dene
Follow the Ouseburn upstream past the mill and the waterfall.
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2
Back down
Cross the burn and return down the other side of the valley.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Jesmond Dene take?
- Most walkers take 0.5–1 hours for the 3 km route, which has 30 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Armstrong Bridge, Jesmond (grid reference NZ 261 663). Car parks at the dene (some charge).
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Metro to Jesmond or West Jesmond, then a short walk. Check times on Traveline.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Surfaced and earth paths in the woods, with some steps and slopes.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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