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River Ure & Nutwith Common from Masham
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6.63 mi
+466 ft
-440 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Masham (North Yorkshire)
A pleasant North Yorkshire walk that starts from the brewing town of Masham. The outward route follows the banks of the River Ure. The return uses paths and lanes to return via Nutwith Common.
Easby Abbey and Richmond Castle
3.54 mi
+243 ft
-256 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Easby (North Yorkshire)
A short circular walk along the banks of the River Swale with the chance to explore Easby Abbey, Richmond Castle and the lovely market town of Richmond.
Lots to see and do and you can make a short walk into a full day out. Great Ice cream parlour in the Old Railway Station for the return leg.
About 2 hours for the actual walking but longer if you are exploring.
Hackfall Woods Loop
3.97 mi
+515 ft
-515 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Burton-on-Yore (North Yorkshire)
A lovely walk through Hackfall Woods, taking in all the features (highlighted in bold) and with a detour to visit to the tea shop in Grewelthorpe mid way. Lots of interest and different seasons provide changing views as the follies and grottoes are hidden or revealed by the trees.
Kidstones, Fleet Moss and Buttertubs : A 100km ride in the Yorkshire Dales
63.82 mi
+4,944 ft
-4,951 ft
6 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Richmond (North Yorkshire)
A 100km circular ride starting in Richmond and passing through the Yorkshire Dales taking in the climbs of Kidstones Pass, Fleet Moss and Buttertubs Pass. Great scenery and places for refreshment stops.
Redmire Force and the Templar's Chapel from West Witton
6.52 mi
+495 ft
-499 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from West Witton (North Yorkshire)
This a pleasant walk in Wensleydale that allows you to enjoy this beautiful part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The highlights of the walk include the River Ure, Redmire Force and the Chapel of the Kinights Templar.
Croft-on-Tees to Girsby - Durham Round Trail
5.08 mi
+203 ft
-154 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Croft-on-Tees (North Yorkshire)
The 26th section of the walk continues through beautiful countryside and the pretty villages of Croft-on-Tees, Hurworth, Neasham and Girsby giving occasional glimpses of the River Tees.
Along the Great North Road (County Durham)
40.69 mi
+1,532 ft
-1,407 ft
4 days
Difficult
Departure from Hurworth (Darlington)
The Great North Road ran from London in the south to Edinburgh in the north. This was once a coaching route, but in later years this has been replaced by the A1 which sadly bypasses many of the pretty villages and towns along the route. This trail traces the route from Croft-on-Tees in the south on the border of North Yorkshire and County Durham to Newcastle-upon-Tyne. There are still remnants of that bygone age to be seen on this historical journey.
Croft-on Tees to Darlington Along the Great North Road
3.49 mi
+72 ft
-3 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Hurworth (Darlington)
Starting in the pretty village of Croft-on-Tees, the first section of the walk follows the route of the Great North Road through countryside and into the heart of Darlington, once a busy market town with many street names indicating the history of the town ending at the impressive clock tower above the market hall.
The Seven Bridges and beyond Studley Roger
5.70 mi
+259 ft
-266 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Lindrick with Studley Royal and Fountains (North Yorkshire)
A pleasant circular walk combining the Seven Bridges walk with paths through the delightful Studley Roger, then eastwards to the outskirts of Ripon to return via Whitcliffe and the Mackershaw Pastures.
Girsby to Middleton One Row - Durham Round Trail
4.16 mi
+46 ft
-108 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Girsby (North Yorkshire)
The 27th section of the walk is through open countryside and through woodland, crossing the River Tees midway through the walk and then following the river to Middleton One Row.
Fountains Abbey
8.42 mi
+427 ft
-423 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Markington with Wallerthwaite (North Yorkshire)
Great circular walk to visit Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the famous ruins of Fountains Abbey. Fees apply to visit the Fountains Abbey.
West Darlington Circular
8.85 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
4h 05
Easy
Departure from Darlington
A diverse walk crossing open fields, following burbling brooks and a beautiful section of the river Tees incorporating part of the Teesdale way.
Low Coniscliffe to Croft-on-Tees - Durham Round Trail
5.21 mi
+33 ft
-69 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Darlington
The 25th section of the walk veers away from the River Tees today, crossing farmland and following bridle paths through the villages of Blackwell, Stapleton and ending at Croft-on-Tees.
Middleton One Row to Sadberge - Durham Round Trail
4.45 mi
+148 ft
-16 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Middleton St George (Darlington)
The 28th section of the walk takes in several villages before crossing open farmland before arriving in Sadberge. An alternative, more accessible route has been given which is equally as charming.
Darlington to Coatham Mundeville Along the Great North Road
4.02 mi
+115 ft
-33 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Darlington
This 2nd section starts in Darlington town centre and follows the route out of town up North Road past the historic Skerne Bridge and Stockton and Darlington Railway development at Hopetown to the village of Coatham Mundeville. Look out for evidence of the history of this railway town during the walk.
Around the Western area of Darlington
7.88 mi
+118 ft
-125 ft
3h 45
Easy
Departure from Darlington
A walk suitable for all ages, good well preserved footpaths, nature reserve, museum on the route, watching trout jump the weir on the river Tess, good opportunities for pub food and cafe snacks.
Piercebridge to Low Coniscliffe - Durham Round Trail
5.06 mi
+26 ft
-59 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Piercebridge (Darlington)
The 24th section of the route follows the Teesdale Way along the banks of the River Tees passing through villages along the way. The River Tees is very tranquil and picturesque here so there are plenty of opportunities to stop and enjoy the area.
The Way of Life - Gainford to Durham
29.98 mi
+1,473 ft
-1,539 ft
3 days
Difficult
Departure from Gainford (County Durham)
The Way of Life is one of the Northern Saints' Trails and takes in the religious centre of Bishop Auckland with its castle and art galleries. The trail passes through many County Durham villages from the banks of the River Tees to the banks of the River Wear. Evidence of County Durham's religious and industrial past can be seen throughout the walk including the Etherley Incline, an early railway, Medieval Durham, Escomb Saxon Church and Binchester Roman Fort.
Gainford to Ingleton - The Way of Life
3.46 mi
+223 ft
-85 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Gainford (County Durham)
The start of this walk begins at the historic St Mary's Church on the banks of the River Tees in Gainford and passes through farmland and pretty villages finishing in Ingleton.
Greta Bridge to Winston - Durham Round Trail
5.81 mi
+157 ft
-194 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Rokeby (County Durham)
This walk follows the River Greta and River Tees, taking in some beautiful countryside, ancient bridges and river view.
River Greta Circular
7.13 mi
+512 ft
-515 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Brignall (County Durham)
A picturesque walk along the river Greta, abounds with history and nature.
Winston to Piercebridge - Durham Round Trail
5.42 mi
+46 ft
-131 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Winston (County Durham)
The 23rd section follows the banks of the River Tees from Winston through the pretty village of Gainford which is well worth a stop, then continues to the ancient settlement of Piercebridge with its Roman fort and bridge.
Sadberge to Stillington - Durham Round Trail
5.55 mi
+62 ft
-102 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Sadberge (Darlington)
The 29th section is another walk through open countryside and farms finishing in the village of Stillington where evidence of the industrial past is evident through the rows of terraced houses and the railway which runs through the centre of the village.
Grimwith Reservoir
6.76 mi
+404 ft
-390 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Appletreewick (North Yorkshire)
Circular reservoir walk, fresh around Grimwith Reservoir.
Bowes Museum to Egglestone Abbey: Beside the River Tees
3.72 mi
+154 ft
-177 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Barnard Castle (County Durham)
A short and enjoyable walk from Bowes Museum to Egglestone Abbey, following the River Tees. At the time of writing (July 21) Bowes Museum is still operating a time ticket entry. If you time your visit correctly you can combine a visit to the museum followed by the walk or vice versa. Please note the gates to the museum close at 5:00. If you think you will arrive back later then park your car outside the museum grounds.
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- Ainderby Miers with Holtby
- Ainderby Quernhow
- Ainderby Steeple
- Aiskew
- Akebar
- Appleton East and West
- Arrathorne
- Aske
- Azerley
- Baldersby
- Barden
- Bedale
- Birkby
- Bolton-on-Swale
- Brompton-on-Swale
- Brough with St. Giles
- Burneston
- Burrill with Cowling
- Burton-on-Yore
- Carthorpe
- Catterick
- Clifton-on-Yore
- Colburn
- Constable Burton
- Danby Wiske with Lazenby
- Easby
- East Cowton
- East Hauxwell
- East Tanfield
- East Witton
- Ellerton-on-Swale
- Ellingstring
- Ellington High and Low
- Exelby, Leeming and Londonderry
- Fearby
- Finghall
- Firby
- Garriston
- Gatenby
- Gilling with Hartforth and Sedbury
- Great Langton
- Great Smeaton
- Grewelthorpe
- Hackforth
- Healey
- Hipswell
- Holme
- Hornby
- Hornby
- Howe
- Howgrave
- Hudswell
- Hunton
- Hutton Bonville
- Hutton Conyers
- Hutton Hang
- Ilton-cum-Pott
- Killerby
- Kiplin
- Kirby Hill
- Kirby Wiske
- Kirkby Fleetham with Fencote
- Kirkby Malzeard
- Kirklington-cum-Upsland
- Langthorne
- Little Langton
- Little Smeaton
- Masham
- Maunby
- Melmerby
- Middleton Quernhow
- Middleton Tyas
- Morton-on-Swale
- Moulton
- Newby Wiske
- Newton-le-Willows
- North Cowton
- North Otterington
- North Stainley with Sleningford
- Norton Conyers
- Patrick Brompton
- Pickhill with Roxby
- Rand Grange
- Richmond
- Rookwith
- Scorton
- Scotton
- Scruton
- Sinderby
- Skeeby
- Snape with Thorp
- South Cowton
- Spennithorne
- St. Martin's
- Sutton with Howgrave
- Swainby with Allerthorpe
- Swinton with Warthermarske
- Theakston
- Thirn
- Thornton Steward
- Thornton Watlass
- Thrintoft
- Tunstall
- Uckerby
- Warlaby
- Wath
- Well
- West Hauxwell
- West Tanfield
- Whashton
- Whitwell
- Yafforth