Jesmond Dene is a unique resource for the people of Newcastle. It is a narrow wooded valley that follows the river Ouseburn between South Gosforth and Jesmond Vale. This provides an important wildlife corridor right into the centre of Newcastle. There is a spectacular mix of native and exotic trees, and the Dene is home to a lot of wildlife, notably the Kingfisher, the Red Squirrel and many woodland birds. The Dene stretches for over three kilometres and has many areas of tranquillity, as well as ‘honey pots’ of activity.

Jesmond Dene provides strong historical links with 19th Century industrial development and landscape design – Lord Armstrong’ s influence being very apparent. There is also a large network of paths and bridges throughout.

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Visitor Centre

Near the entrance of Jesmond Dene, just off the Coast Road is Millfield House. This provides a range of activities including a Ranger Service Information Room, Conference Centre, café and toilets. This part of the Dene also has a large picnic area and a ‘Pet’s Corner’.

Pets Corner

Opening Times - April to October Open daily 10am until 5pm (last admission 4.50pm)
November to March Open daily 10am until 4pm.

Pets Corner may be shut at short notice if the staff are called to an emergency.

Please do not bring food for the animals, they are on specially designed diets. Food for the birds is available from the aviary for 50p.

Please note we are not able to accept any animals for re homing.

Limited parking is available but alternatively there are good public transport links, many buses stopping at the Cradlewell on the Coast Road (A1058).

Other facilities in Jesmond Dene include Paddy Freemans boating lake, which also has a play area, toilets and a café open on a weekend and holidays. The area can be reached along Freeman Road.

For information on events in Jesmond Dene, the Jesmond Dene Nature Club or Pets Corner, phone the Jesmond Dene Rangers on 0191 281 0973.