Pines circular trail at Chopwell Wood

Enjoy the Pines circular trail

The Pines circular trail is a short circular route through pine woodland, with benches and picnic benches to take a rest and enjoy the forest.

View our Pines circular trail video to get to know the trail.

Start your walk at the main car park, near the information board and follow the purple wooden waymarkers. 

It is suggested that this route could be suitable for a range of different visitors including wheelchair users and families with young children in pushchairs. 

For a detailed guide to accessing Chopwell Wood, including images and a map, use our accessibility guide document.

Trail information

Chopwell Wood, Rowlands Gill, Gateshead, NE39 1LT
Is this trail for you?
The trail is mostly level with some gentle gradients. The path is generally a smooth, firm surface made up of compact stone with some small loose stones and fallen leaves.
Trail Length
Distance: 0.5km (0.31miles)
Accessibility
There are no steps along this route. The path is between 1.5 and 2m wide, there is one narrow section past a tree which is 1m wide. Benches are along the route