Derwent Walk Country Park
Derwent Walk Country Park is a garden, park & outdoor in Tyne and Wear, England. Entry is free. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.
| Price | Free entry Checked on Gateshead Council's page: free entry; 7 car parks; red kites in the lower Derwent Valley with free Monday walks. |
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| Opening times | Park open 24 hours. Thornley Woodlands Centre Mon-Fri 10am-3pm, weekends 10am-3.30pm. |
| Best time to go | Dry days; bikes welcome on the old railway path. |
| School holiday tip | Early July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening. |
| Best ages | All ages All ages. |
| If it rains | Outdoor: pick dry days |
| Parking | Seven car parks along the park, including at the Thornley Woodlands Centre and by the Far Pasture hide (Gateshead Council). |
| Food | Cafés at the two visitor centres; public toilets in the park. |
| Money saver | Free or low-cost; parking is the main cost; take a picnic. |
| Top tips | Old railway line path with viaducts, good for scooters and bikes; Thornley Woodlands Centre nearby. |
| What to pack | Wellies, waterproofs, picnic, bug spray, sun cream |
Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source
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