Hamsterley Forest

County Durham's largest forest is a mixture of woodland, meadows and forest. There are excellent walking, cycling and horse riding trails for all abilities. The forest also has a childrens' adventure playground, tea room, cycle hire, shop and downhill mountain bike course.
Hamsterley Forest © NPAP/Louise Taylor

Location: 

Hamsterley Forest (NZ091312 / DL13 3QH).

Terrain: 

  • Boggy ground
  • Off road sections
  • On road sections
  • Steep sections

Area: 

Access: 

  • Car parking
  • Cycle parking
  • Disabled
  • Pushchair

Interests: 

Facilities nearby: 

  • Accessible toilets
  • Cafe
  • Playground
  • Shop
  • Toilets