Alighting from the train at Wolsingham I climbed a steep path which led towards Hamsterley Forest.

Rising above the tree line afforded a good view back towards Wolsingham village.

I paused at a crossing of a farm access to get my breath back,

Now almost at the summit of today's walk

Turning the other way gave a good view westwards up the valley.

The walk along the hedgerows led back round onto the public road where it was necessary to climb over this locked gate - not something I have done kilted before!

Descending by the road I was relieved to find the train which would take me back to Stanhope where I had left the car.