HERE'S YOUR FREE ADVENTURE GUIDE
This is one in a series of walks to help you Discover Brightwater.
Distance:Â 1.4 MilesÂ
Postcode:Â DL4 2REÂ
Grid Ref:Â NZ 23965 25474
What to expect from the walk:
Along surfaced paths and a short section of unsurfaced track. Barriers include two bridges over the railway, a narrow gap to walk through and some inclines.
POINTS OF INTEREST ALONG THIS WALK
Kilburn Shed
Kilburn Shed. It was built in 1826 as an iron merchant’s warehouse, close to the Stockton and Darlington Railway to exploit the transport opportunities it could provide. Image © David Dixon.
Timothy Hackworth House
Timothy Hackworth House.This house was built 1830-1831 for Timothy Hackworth, the locomotive superintendent of the Stockton and Darlington Railway. in 1975 it became the Timothy Hackworth Muse. Image © Ashley Dace.
The Light Engine
The Light Engine, sited at the home of Timothy Hackworth. It’s an interactive light beacon that uses text messaging to create multi-coloured light sequences. Image © Peter Freeman.
Wildlife Warriors
Along this walk, you can discover Brook the Bee, one of the Discover Brightwater Wildlife Warriors. You'll find her buzzing around the Locomotion Museum.