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Chopwell is a village in the Gateshead district, in the county of Tyne and Wear, England, 3 miles (4.8 km) west of Rowlands Gill and 1 mile (1.6 km) north of Hamsterley. At the 2011 Census, it had a population of 9,395.
Apr 6, 2022 · Chopwell Wood really is a wood for everyone. This 360-hectare mixed woodland is a real gem, set right on the fringe of Gateshead. Feel Good in the Forest Chopwell Wood is one of the sites taking part in Forestry England's Feel Good in the Forest project, which is aimed at improving physical and mental health.
Chopwell Wood has a rich industrial history in mining and timber production. In 1634 Chopwell Wood was used to build a warship called ‘Sovereign of The Seas’ or ‘The Royal Sovereign’ – It was the first three-decked warship to be built, and was 232 feet long and 48 feet wide. It’s now a community woodland with Woodland Park status ...
Chopwell Wood: Boundary Walk. Experience this 8.7-km circular trail near Rowlands Gill, Tyne and Wear. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 20 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, running, and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
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- Rowlands Gill, Tyne and Wear, England
In 1870-72, John Marius Wilson's Imperial Gazetteer of England and Wales described Chopwell like this: CHOPWELL, a township in Winlaton parish, Durham; on the verge of the county, at the river Derwent, 8¾ miles SW by W of Gateshead. Acres, 3, 150. Real property, £2, 302. Pop., 563.
Chopwell. Chopwell is a village in the Gateshead district, in the county of Tyne and Wear, England, 3 miles west of Rowlands Gill and 1 mile north of Hamsterley. Photo: Chris Tweedy, CC BY-SA 2.0. Ukraine is facing shortages in its brave fight to survive. Please support Ukraine, because Ukraine defends a peaceful, free and democratic world.
Chopwell Woods is a spectacular piece of woodland encompassing 360 hectares and offering many paths to choose from that are ideal for both walking and cycling adventures. This trail starts from a large car park and takes you to explore the Chopwell Plantation by meandering along the streams that wind through the woodland and heading over the gentle hills. This is a great place for a family ...
