Simonside Hills ridge walk

The Simonside Hills are a heather-covered ridge of crags above the Coquet valley. Tracks lead up from forest car parks to the rocky summits, and on a clear day you can see out to the sea. Locals tell stories of duergar, malicious dwarves who lured walkers astray at night.

Good to know

• Start from the Lordenshaws or Simonside forest car parks
• Moorland weather changes fast
• Don't walk it after dark

Best time

Late summer when the heather is out

Open

All year

Getting there

Forest tracks, small car parks

Vehicles

Fine in any car

Dogs

Dogs on a lead

Facilities

• Rubbish bins

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.