Hamsterley Forest is owned and managed by Forestry England. There is a network of walking, running and mountain bike trails around the woods, all waymarked and well maintained. At the visitor centre there is a cafe, toilets and an information centre.

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1. Three Becks Walk loop in Hamsterley Forest — North Pennines

8.01km

02:17

190m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. The Gruffalo loop through Hamsterley Forest

3.30km

00:53

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Pooh Stick Bridge – Gruffalo Owl Sculpture loop from Low Redford Meadows SSSI

7.09km

01:56

100m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 150 m

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Location: County Durham, North East England, England, United Kingdom

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Hamsterley Forest Café

1. Three Becks Walk loop in Hamsterley Forest — North Pennines

2. The Gruffalo loop through Hamsterley Forest

3. Pooh Stick Bridge – Gruffalo Owl Sculpture loop from Low Redford Meadows SSSI

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