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Demesne Mill

Demesne Mill is situated within the village of Wolsingham. It hugs the banks of the Waskerley Beck upstream from the B6296 for almost 400m. There is an open grass area for picnicking and games.

The site is an ideal starting point for walking in the area.

Demesne Mill Picnic Area - Map

Demesne Mill map

Information

Location

    • Approx 26 km (16 miles) by road from Durham City centre.
    • Short walk from Wolsingham centre (alongside the B6296 for 270 metres).
    • Grid Ref. NZ 077 377
    • Bus route See: Journey Planner

Facilities

    • Free Parking

Note

The 'More Country Walks in County Durham' leaflet pack (available from Durham County Council) contains guidence for a 9.5 km (6 mile) walking route starting and finishing here. Priced at £2.25, the pack contains six other routes in County Durham (Stanhope Dene, Lumley Castle, Flatts Wood, Cassop Vale, Beamish Woods and Cockfield Fell). See Countryside Publications.

Available from Tourist Information Centres or:
Environment
Durham County Council
Durham
DH1 5UQ
Tel: 0191 3834117

Cheques payable to "Durham County Council". Please add postage & packing 50p.

Enquiries

Tel: 0191 3833594

Area

  • 1.5 hectares (3.8 acres)