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Open access
Price
Free
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How we use price bands
These are broad planning guides for a typical visit, not exact prices. Check the venue before travelling.
- Free
- No regular admission fee. Parking, donations, travel or optional activities may still cost extra.
- Low
- Usually a small charge or donation, broadly up to £10 per person.
- Medium
- A typical paid visit, broadly around £10–£25 per person or a moderate family ticket.
- High
- Usually a larger day-out cost, broadly over £25 per person or for a family ticket.
About this activity
Open-access pump track in Chopwell Park. Ride two asphalt circuits: a 233m main track and a 43m beginner track with rollers and berms. Bikes, scooters and skateboards are welcome, and use is free.
Open access
The outdoor site is accessible at any time. Visitor centres, facilities and paid activities may have separate seasonal hours.
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Location
Marx & Lenin Terrace, Chopwell, Tyne and Wear, NE17 7EHKeep exploring
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