Castleside is a good starting point for a drive in the country.
Nearby
Consett
town centre has a good selection of shops
From the crossroads at the A68 you can turn left towards Tow Law eventually reaching
Darlington
Turning right towards
Corbridge
passes Derwent Reservoir
Heading straight on, away from Consett and after a few minutes drive you are on open moorland.
Watch out for sheep and cattle grids!
The road Passes
Smiddy Shaw Reservoir
and
Waskerley Reservoir
