Horse riding

Blanchland packhorse trail – horse riding (route 3)

Blanchland packhorse trail
– horse riding (route 3)

This 13 mile (21km) circular horse riding route is 70% off-road and enjoys 1,027m of ascent. This stunning ride starts at Baybridge, close to the village of Blanchland. You’ll follow the Carriers’ Way across Bulbeck Common, alive with the evocative calls of wading birds in the spring and early summer.

Start location: Starting and finishes in the Baybridge car park (NY 957 499 / DH8 9UB – nearest).
Terrain: Boggy ground, off-road sections, on-road sections, steep sections.
There is car parking available.

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