Walking and cycling in Hartlepool
Hartlepool offers a wide range of walking and cycling routes that connect the town with the surrounding countryside. Whether you're looking for a short stroll, a family-friendly walk, or a longer cycling adventure, there’s something for everyone.
Self-guided walking leaflets
Explore the borough with our beautifully illustrated self-guided walking leaflets. These routes are designed to help you enjoy Hartlepool’s natural beauty at your own pace.
Walks include:
- The Bellows Burn Tread – 4.5 miles
- Ramble in the Dene – 4.5 miles
- Headland Sea Watch – 4 miles
- Three Village Ramble – 5 miles
- Wild West Figure of Eight – 6.5 miles
- Park to Park – 2.5 miles
- Dalton Piercy Discovery – 5.5 miles
- Greatham Get Away – 3.5 miles
- Seaton Snooks Stroll – 3.5 miles
These walks are suitable for a range of abilities. Please wear appropriate clothing and follow the Countryside Code during your visit.
Public and permissive access
You can enjoy walking and cycling across a network of public rights of way and permissive paths on both council and private land. Key access points include:
- Hart to Haswell Walkway
- Seaton Bridleway
- High Springwell Community Woodland
- Family Wood
- Hart Moor Farm Community Woodlands
- Summerhill Countryside Park
The Walking in Hartlepool leaflet and map show all public and permissive routes, along with places of interest and countryside sites.
Cycling routes
Hartlepool also offers scenic cycling routes for all levels:
Explore beyond Hartlepool
You can also access walking and cycling routes in neighbouring areas: