WB AA#10 Branching Out Traditional Cache

Welcome to the Allenheads Amble. A series of discos and traditional caches in 2 sets which will take you through Allenheads itself and further along with a beautiful walk along the riverside.

 Allenheads is a village in Northumberland, England, situated in the Pennines to the north of Weardale. Allenheads is situated 8 miles further along the river East Allen from Allendale. It is a former lead mining community.

Ok, so you may be a little wet at this point.....well, here's a chance to dry out a bit. Keep following the public footpath along the river.

Here, in the lose rocks of the riverbed, look out for wonderfully deep purple coloured stones - we challenge you to find a piece - you'll have your hand on a piece of famous Weardale fluorspar. You may also see flecks of grey and silver in some rocks - pick them up and feel the unnaturally heavy weight. Fluorspar and lead were abundant here and mined extensively in the surrounding dales. 

After a short time you will arrive at a wide part of the riverbed in a lightly wooded area.