We barely saw the river on this leg as most of the riverbank is inaccessible private land. Also the public footpath that does exist is apparently eroded and often impassable so we didn’t even try it after this summer of rain. Nevertheless the walk was very enjoyable: woodland parts which were particularly lovely in the early autumn sunshine; great panoramic views from Prospects Hill and an illuminating route through the more than affluent commuter belt of Riding Mill.
We saw the river only in the distance until we reached Corbridge where the view from the bridge compensated.
Transport: Car to Stocksfield station. Train from Corbridge to Scocksfield. Car home.
