Elsdon

A gentle walk through farmland and over moorland with fine views of Elsdon village and surrounding hills and featuring grizzly murder mysteries and plenty of local history.

An Elsdon childhood, the wrong trees and a tribute to a local character.

Two short steepish ascents. Strong footwear recommended. Park at car park or next to the village green NY938934.

Please respect this ancient landscape and leave the stones as you find them. To protect wildlife and farm animals, please keep your dog on a lead at all times. Thank you.

Time: 4 – 4.5hrs
Distance: 5.05 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Ascent: 100m
Terrain: Track, metalled road and grass paths

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Audio stories

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Extracts from Bob Keith’s diary who grew up in Elsdon in the 1930s and ‘40s.

John Murray farmed at Cartington. He explains the importance of sheep being hefted to the land and the impact of foot-and-mouth.

Peter Dawson describes how his grandmother Lil and her friend Elsie travelled to the local dances.

Jill Stevenson grew up in Holystone Grange and recalls an exciting visit to the Otterburn ranges as a young girl.

Andrew Miller worked for the Forestry Commision and reflects on its impact on the landscape and ecology of the area.

Margaret Beech fondly remembers her cousin Dorothy and the tribute paid to her by the many cyclists who visited her cafe in Elsdon.