๐๐ก๐ ๐๐ซ๐ฆ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ซ๐จ๐ง๐ ๐๐ซ๐๐ข๐ฅ โ ๐๐ง๐ ๐ฐ๐ก๐ฒ ๐ฐ๐ ๐ฅ๐จ๐ฏ๐ ๐ข๐ญ! ๐
If youโre looking for the perfect introduction to Cragside which combines a wander with history, then the Armstrong Trail is it. This waymarked walk takes you through the incredible engineered landscape that surrounds the House โ where nature and innovation go hand in hand.
Stroll along peaceful lakeside paths, follow the gentle flow of the Debdon Burn, and cross the grand Iron Bridge. Stroll beneath the towering trees of the Pinetum and discover how William Armstrong harnessed the power of water to bring his vision to life at the Pump House and Power House.
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Start: Visitor centre
Finishes: At the Powerhouse
Distance: 2 miles
Time: Up to 90 minutes
Terrain: Moderate
Waymarkers: Green
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Still deciding where to walk next? Cragside's waymarked walks are ready when you are.
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๐๐ก๐ ๐๐ฒ๐๐ซ๐จโ๐ฉ๐จ๐ฐ๐๐ซ ๐๐ซ๐๐ข๐ฅ takes you on a journey through Cragsideโs vast engineered landscape, designed to harness the power of water.
Discover the Timber Flume, the very beginning of Cragsideโs hydroelectric story, which directs water into Nellyโs Moss Lakes - two manโmade lakes at the very top of the grounds. From here, follow waymarkers down the hillside to the Powerhouse, where turbines and generators once transformed water into electricity.
Continue along a picturesque path beneath towering trees and alongside the Debdon Burn to the Pumphouse, before tracing the banks of Tumbleton Lake and climbing the hillside once more.
๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ข๐๐ฅ ๐ข๐ง๐๐จ๐ซ๐ฆ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง
๐ *New* start point: Nellyโs Moss Car Park
๐ฅพ Distance: 7 miles
โฐ Approximate time: Up to 4 hours
๐ถ๐ฝ Terrain: Challenging
๐ Waymarkers: Purple
โก For map and instructions click the walking link in the bio.
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The first swallow of the year has arrived at Cragside - let spring begin! ๐ฑ
๐ธ Thanks to Holly, Cragside Gardener, for the photo.
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๐๐'๐ซ๐ ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐ญ๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ญ๐๐ข๐ง'๐ฌ ๐จ๐ซ๐ข๐ ๐ข๐ง๐๐ฅ ๐ฌ๐ฆ๐๐ซ๐ญ ๐ก๐จ๐ฆ๐ - ๐จ๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐ข๐ฅ๐ ๐๐ญ ๐ ๐ญ๐ข๐ฆ๐.
A major ยฃ๐.๐ ๐ฆ๐ข๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐ซ๐จ๐จ๐ ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐ฃ๐๐๐ญ is underway to ensure Cragside House stands strong for years to come. The project will take place over the next 2 years while the House remains open to visitors.
Although much of the roof was replaced in the 1970s it is beginning to show signs of wear and tear. Its dramatic position against the crag, coupled with an elaborate multi-roof design as a result of years of architectural extensions, makes it especially vulnerable to heavy rainfall and storms. Modern weather patterns, including longer wetter winters, heavy persistent rain, and more frequent storms overwhelm the water drainage system built for Victorian conditions.
This essential project will halt the deterioration of the roof which in turn with stop water ingress and leaks, protect the interiors and collections, and slow the spread of harmful salts in the brickwork.
We are working with specialist contractors to repair the intricate roofscape. The roof is a giant jigsaw made up of over 100 roof slopes and multiple interconnecting roof ridges. They will be using a substantial scaffolding structure to ensure safe and efficient access.
๐๐ก๐ ๐ฐ๐จ๐ซ๐ค๐ฌ ๐ข๐ง๐๐ฅ๐ฎ๐๐:
- Re-tiling gaps in the roof
- Lifting a re-bedding all ridge tiles
- Complete replacement of large rooflights
- Re-roofing flat roofs
- Leading parapet gutters
- Remove foliage
- Re-pointing brickwork and chimneys
- Complete replacement of large rooflights
These repairs will strengthen Cragsideโs resilience to climate change and help ensure that this muchโloved House continues to inspire visitors for years to come. Read more about the project - link in bio.
This project has been funded by the National Trust and by generous grants from Wolfson Foundation and Sylvia Waddilove Charitable Trust.
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Clambering through Cragside's Rock Garden is a mini hike with big character.
This impressive garden wraps around the House. You can follow the footpaths lined with spring heathers and towering rhododendrons. The grand stone steps were created from sandstone blasted from quarries on the grounds - adding engineered drama to every step.
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The Gorge is re-opening this Friday 3 April - just in time for the Easter weekend. Discover this rugged dynamited ravine on the edge of the Pinetum.
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This is your sign to put your phone down and come to Cragside ๐ท
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Some 'otter-ly' amazing footage of one of the resident otters taking a dip in the lake at Cragside. We can't stop watching on repeat!
๐ฅ Thanks to Ranger Nick for sharing.
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๐๐ข๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐จ๐ซ ๐ง๐จ๐ญ๐ข๐๐:
The Carriage Drive will be closed on Tuesday 20 and Wednesday 21 January for planned tree safety work.
Weather permitting, we hope to re-open the Carriage Drive again from Thursday 22 January.
During the winter months, we recommend checking the website for updates before travel at nationaltrust.org.uk/cragside
The recent snow has transformed Cragside into a winter wonderland but it's pretty deep so we need to remain closed tomorrow, Tuesday 6 January. It may take some time for the snow to thaw as freezing temperatures continue this week. Please check in on our website before travel if you're planning a visit.
๐ธ Thank you to Holly, Cragside Gardener, for the photos.
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