Swarland Wood

Visitor information

Get outdoors and discover the Swarland's open forest roads and paths

Formerly part of the Swarland Old Hall estate, Swarland Wood is popular with local residents for its open footpaths and forest roads.

Swarland provides the perfect setting for a peaceful walk or woodland horse ride with great access to the woodland to the south and east of Swarland Golf Course.

 

At a glance:

  • Walking trails
  • Horse riding

Things to do

Walking in the forest is the perfect way to get outdoors and explore some of Northumberland's natural landscapes.

Explore Swarland Wood on foot and discover a number of footpaths...

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