Wynyard Woodland Park (Red Route): The Longer, Wetter Loop

Immediately after finishing the Green Route, I headed straight back out to tackle the Red Route—the longer of the two loops at Wynyard Woodland Park. This one takes you through Brierley Wood, and while it shares some of that easy-going charm from the first walk, it definitely had a few surprises waiting for me.

A Tale of Two Halves

The walk started out just as easy as the Tilery Wood loop—flat, solid ground and great views of the frosty woodland. However, as I got into the middle section of the Brierley Wood loop, the "easy" part took a bit of a detour.

Navigating the Floods

The middle of the Red Route was noticeably muddier than the Green. In fact, some of the paths were completely flooded. It required a bit of careful footwork to get through without soaking my boots, proving that even the most "accessible" parks can have their tricky moments during a wet winter.

Back to Basics

The good news is that the flooding didn't last forever. Once I navigated the soggy middle section, I was back on the solid, well-maintained paths that Wynyard is famous for. It was a great way to extend the morning and get some extra miles in.

Verdict: If you want a longer walk, the Red Route is great—just be prepared for a bit more "nature" in the middle than you’ll find on the shorter Green loop!