Hart Village

This walk around the gently undulating magnesian limestone country near Hartlepool in the north of the Tees Valley looks at rocks created in a shallow tropical sea. The story continues through the cold ice ages and into the industrious middle ages.

The walk

The walk is about 4.5 miles (7.5km) and takes about 3 hours. It crosses 2 fords so make sure you have your wellies.

Hart Village Geotrail

The Audio files

If you want to use an mp3 player instead of the trail guide and still have a guided walk then these are the trails for you. The routes are the same as the Geotrails but it is more like having your own guide and much less formal and more descriptive.

 
icon for podpress  Hart Village Geo-Trail (mp3 version): Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

 
icon for podpress  Hart Village Geo-Trail (m4a version): Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Access Trails

If you would like more information about the route of the Hart Village Geotrail then this map highlights steps, slopes, stiles and cliffs along with any hazards on the way.

GPS Trails

If you have a GPS and memory map you can download the route here to help you find your way around.

Hart Village GPS Trail