With an abundance of walks leaving direct from the hotel walking in Blanchland  
and the surrounding countryside is rewarding activity at any time of year.

There are a number of local walk leaflets courtesy of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, including a 20km long route designed for horse-riders and cyclists alike, based on the 18th Century packhorse trails which were once used to transport lead and other goods to far-off towns.

Geology and Landscape around Blanchland

Over the hill to Cowbyre Farm

Along the river bank

Newbiggin and the Carriers' Way

Derwent Reservoir and Pow Hill Country Park

Courtesy of the North Pennines AONB ~ all walks open in a new window

With fabulous walking from the doorstep, who could ask for more?


Christopher Somerville writing in The Times said ...

" Blanchland is one of the prettiest estate villages in Co Durham and the Lord Crewe Arms is one of the most haunted buildings. Village and hotel sit under the high, bare West Durham moors " ~ more... 

One reader posted this reply, " Blanchland is utterly gorgeous and The Lord Crewe has a fabulous atmosphere. It's a very natural, down to earth place to walk/eat/drink." We find it very hard to disagree!


Why not join us here at the Lord Crewe Arms in Blanchland for your next walking break?
Follow the links to enquire about availability, check our latest special offers & book online ...  

The perfect place for clubs, reunions & annual dinners ~ we welcome walking groups, too