# Event Details - **Event Name**: Guided Tyne Derwent Way Hike - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join us for a 9-mile hike along this beautiful route in Gateshead and discover the wonderful nature and heritage of the area.About this EventFeeling ready for an adventure?Join our experienced and knowledgeable guides for a full-day hike along the Tyne Derwent Way, a beautiful urban route packed with rich heritage and wonderful wildlife to discover!The Tyne Derwent Way is a 9-mile route which runs from the spectacular centre of Gateshead Quayside, all the way to the beautiful Derwent Valley, following the Rivers Tyne and Derwent.Along the way we will take in the historic architecture of the Quayside, from St Mary’s Heritage Centre to the Tyne’s seven famous bridges, Dunston Staiths, historic ironworks and much more. Intertwined within the human history of the route, from Roman origins to a rich industrial landscape, and to present day, there is a rich natural heritage along the route to explore. Your guides (Wild Intrigue and other Tyne Derwent Way team members) will introduce you to the incredible seasonal wildlife of the route, from wading birds on the River Tyne, to possible encounters with Red Kite and Kingfisher, and the trees and plants along this beautiful green corridor.At the end of the route (just south of Rowlands Gill) you will be required to pay for your return home via public transport. There are regular buses to Newcastle and Gateshead at the end of the route, and your guide will be on hand to assist and ensure you get home safely! If you would like some advice on pubic transport before booking, please let us know.Please note that we have allowed 7 hours for this route to allow for a lunch break and stops along the way to enjoy wildlife encounters. These hikes are open to adults only (18 and above).These events are an opportunity to enjoy the and discover more about wildlife and other features of the Tyne Derwent Way. Therefore the walking pace will be slow in order to see and appreciate the natural heritage of the area, and to enable us all to do so as a group. If you would prefer a fast paced guided walk, please feel welcome to get in touch as this is something we may be able to explore for future events.?️ Tickets are free, please reserve a space in advance. If your plans change and you are no longer able to join us, please let us know so we can re-open the space. Thank you!What to Bring:Suitable clothing: Dress in suitable clothing for the forecast weather conditionsSturdy, comfortable footwearProtective accessories such as sun hats and sun lotionLunch, drinks and snacks: Bring a packed lunch with plenty of snacks and water to enjoy along the way. There are only a couple of locations where food can be bought along the route.Notebook and pen: To jot down any observations (optional)PhoneMethod of payment: For public transport homeBackpackLocation: We will meet to begin the walk at St Mary’s by the Tyne(///smiles.closed.tamed), where toilets are available for use before we set off. The route will end before reaching National Trust Gibside.Get in touch: Please feel welcome to contact us about this event before joining if you have any questions. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gateshead/guided-tyne-derwent-way-hike/100001988405992851 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 7 hours - Location: St. Mary's Heritage Centre - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Gateshead - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: St. Mary's Heritage Centre - **lat**: 54.96720620000001 - **long**: -1.6040011 - **full address**: St. Mary's Heritage Centre, Oakwellgate, Gateshead, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Guided Tyne Derwent Way Hike - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/96d94465ba2dd28efedeb9da25317d65ef6b734dd36569077fbe6be6edbfebec-rimg-w1200-h900-dc8c7b60-gmir.jpg?v=1781673102 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Guided Tyne Derwent Way Hike being held? - **A:** Guided Tyne Derwent Way Hike takes place on Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm at St. Mary's Heritage Centre, Oakwellgate, Gateshead, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Guided Tyne Derwent Way Hike? - **A:** Guided Tyne Derwent Way Hike is organized by Tyne Derwent Way. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Guided Tyne Derwent Way Hike", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/96d94465ba2dd28efedeb9da25317d65ef6b734dd36569077fbe6be6edbfebec-rimg-w1200-h900-dc8c7b60-gmir.jpg?v=1781673102", "startDate": "2026-08-02", "endDate": "2026-08-02", "url": "https://allevents.in/gateshead/guided-tyne-derwent-way-hike/100001988405992851", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "St. Mary's Heritage Centre", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Oakwellgate", "postalCode": "NE8 2AU", "addressLocality": "Gateshead", "addressRegion": "EN", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "54.96720620000001", "longitude": "-1.6040011" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Join us for a 9-mile hike along this beautiful route in Gateshead and discover the wonderful nature and heritage of the area.", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "GBP", "availabilityStarts": "2026-08-31", "availabilityEnds": "2026-08-02", "validFrom": "2026-08-31", "lowPrice": "0.00", "highPrice": "0.00", "price": "0.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/gateshead/guided-tyne-derwent-way-hike/100001988405992851" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/SoldOut", "priceCurrency": "GBP", "availabilityStarts": "2026-08-31", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-08-31", "url": "https://allevents.in/gateshead/guided-tyne-derwent-way-hike/100001988405992851", "price": 0, "name": "General Admission" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Tyne Derwent Way", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/tyne-derwent-way/24863884", "description": "Get away without going away, down the Tyne Derwent Way.Gateshead's green getaway connects our urban communities to our beautiful countryside, and our past to our present and our future.The trail showcases Gateshead's nature, heritage and culture. It's a nine-mile route for walking, cycling, running and exploring, linking the many attractions along the rivers Tyne and Derwent: St Mary's Heritage Centre, Gateshead Riverside Park, Dunston Staiths, the Metro Centre, the Land of Oak and Iron Heritage Centre, Nine Arches Viaduct, Thornley Woodland Centre and Gibside.It's far more than just a trail, though. The project, funded by the UK Government, offers a programme of events and activities and is restoring, refurbishing and developing places for people to enjoy.We're supporting local people and communities to boost health and wellbeing, improving habitats where a wealth of wildlife can thrive, and improving access along the route.Local partners including the Tyne & Wear Building Preservation Trust , Northumbria University, Newcastle University , Gateshead Council and the National Trust are working together with local communities to bring our heritage to life and create a green getaway we can all be proud of - and we can all be part of.The trail is open and everybody's welcome to enjoy it, experience it and get involved in shaping it. Some parts of the route are more developed than others - it's a work in progress and we're always looking for ideas and volunteers, so get in touch if you'd like to help." } ] } ] ```