Brian's Cycle to Matfen

We will leave pedalling Squares and cycle on the south side of the river Tyne to Newburn Bridge. Cross over the bridge and climb up through Newburn and to Throckley roundabout and then to Stamfordham and Matfen. Stop at Matfen Village Store/cafe for coffee, tea and a snack etc. Return to Pedalling Squares cycling west towards Corbridge to Bywell. We may need to do a detour via Stocksfield, if we are unable to access the low road near Bywell, and over Evingham bridge onto the track on the north side of the Tyne. Cycle to Wylam and then cross over Wylam Bridge onto the track on the South side of the Tyne. This is a lovely cycle ride on quiet roads off road which is 42 miles. There is a steady climb through newburn and Heddon but some nice downward stretches in the second part.