Breeze to Wylam to reopen the waggonway

We'll leave Newburn Riverside Park via the cycle route along the River Tyne and head towards the waggonway. The waggonway is easy terrain so once we're on it we can appreciate the tree-lined route, hopefully see some wildlife and have a chat along the way. Once in Wylam, we'll pause to enjoy the formal ribbon cutting ceremony at 11am (may get a cuppa too!) to reopen the refurbished waggonway route. We'll join other cyclists to retrace our route back to Newburn where we can enjoy a cuppa and goodies from Hedley's cafe.

Explore this lovely flat green corridor route going along the north bank of the River Tyne on the newly refurbished cycle path (part of route NCN 72). The old coal Waggonway passes by the birthplace of engineer and inventor George Stephenson - a quaint cottage with beautiful garden, maintained by The National Trust and should be free from potholes now! It's a flat tree-lined route great for nature watching and enjoying being out in the fresh air.

Most of the route is traffic free although there will be a short ride along a minor quiet road to get to the waggonway. Suitable for all bike types and great for beginners or those just getting back to cycling after a winter break

We'll travel at a steady pace and aim to get to Wylam in time for the grand reopening of the Wylam Waggonway at 11am. Once the ribbons have been cut we'll join other cyclists to saunter back to Newburn along the same route.

Clothing suitable for the weather, helmet, water bottle and some cash for refreshments

First-timers welcome!