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Teesdale Way Circular from Barnard Castle
Visorando Member
8.49 mi
+472 ft
-482 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Barnard Castle (County Durham)
A pleasant circular walk starting and finishing at Barnard Castle. It follows the Teesdale Way on the south side of the River Tees and crosses the river via a footbridge north of Cotherstone village. It then heads back on the opposite side of the river. The walking is mostly flat and passes through farm land and riverside woodland.
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.
Rutherford Bridge to Greta Bridge - Durham Round Trail
4.38 mi
+131 ft
-413 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Scargill (County Durham)
The 21st section of the route continues to follow the River Greta from Rutherford Bridge through picturesque countryside to the pretty village of Greta Bridge.
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.
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.
Bowes to Rutherford Bridge - Durham Round Trail
3.50 mi
+167 ft
-308 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Bowes (County Durham)
The 20th section of the trail continues from the village of Bowes through the Greta Valley, following the River Greta to Rutherford Bridge and the waterfalls.
Bowes Castle and Mill Force Waterfall
1.11 mi
+190 ft
-361 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Bowes (County Durham)
A little circular walk to discover the ruins of Bowes Castle (English Heritage site) and the little waterfall of Mill Force on the River Greta.
Perfect for families with young children and also for dog owners.
Teesdale Way Circular from Eggleston
6.20 mi
+561 ft
-577 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Eggleston (County Durham)
A pleasant circular walk starting and finishing at Eggleston Hall Nursery and Cafe. It follows the Teesdale Way on the north side of the River Tees and crosses the river via a footbridge north of Cotherstone village. It then heads back on the opposite side of the river to pass through the delightful village of Romaldkirk before the final leg back to Eggleston Hall. (It can also be started from Romaldkirk or Cotherstone)
God's Bridge to Bowes - Durham Round Trail
3.54 mi
+52 ft
-299 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Bowes (County Durham)
The 19th section of the walk starts from the naturally formed God's Bridge to the ancient ruins of Bowes Castle, this route follows the banks of the River Greta through open farmland.
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.
Romaldkirk Moor from Mickleton
7.56 mi
+525 ft
-528 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Mickleton (County Durham)
A walk in the North Pennines using a section of disused railway, moorland paths and tracks. The route traverses scenery typical of the area with some views across Teesdale also to be enjoyed.
The Crown : Teesdale Railway Path and Romaldkirk Moor
6.81 mi
+574 ft
-545 ft
3h 40
Easy
Departure from Mickleton (County Durham)
Easy circular walk through Teesdale Railway Path and Romaldkirk Moor.
Baldersdale Reservoir - God's Bridge - Durham Round Trail
4.50 mi
+525 ft
-492 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Hunderthwaite (County Durham)
The 18th section of the walk begins in Hannah's Meadow, made famous in the documentary about Hannah Hauxwell who lived alone at a farm here. The route drops down and passes Balderhead and Blackton Reservoirs before climbing Cotherstone Moor finishing at the Roman Road.
Hannah's Meadow, Baldersdale and Brown Rigg Moss
7.95 mi
+689 ft
-663 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Hunderthwaite (County Durham)
This Durham walk explores the area made famous by Hannah Hauxwell. The landscape is wild and never boring and this walk uses the Pennine Way for exploration.
Coldberry and High Force
16.12 mi
+1,480 ft
-1,490 ft
8h 40
Moderate
Departure from Middleton in Teesdale (County Durham)
Nice circular walk around Coldberry and High Force.
Middleton in Teesdale to Romaldkirk Circular
9.82 mi
+489 ft
-502 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Middleton in Teesdale (County Durham)
A lovely circular walk from Middleton in Teesdale following the Teesdale Way on the northern side of the river and the Tees Railway Path on the southern side.
Crossthwaite Common
9.71 mi
+1,099 ft
-1,109 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Middleton in Teesdale (County Durham)
A walk combining the rugged moorland of Harter Fell and Crossthwaite Common with the beauty of Holwick Scars and the pastures alongside the River Tees.
Hudeshope Beck & Aukside
2.53 mi
+331 ft
-325 ft
1h 25
Moderate
Departure from Middleton in Teesdale (County Durham)
Nice and circular walk passing by Hudeshope Beck & Aukside.
Harter Fell and Grassholme from Middleton-in-Teesdale
7.71 mi
+781 ft
-781 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Middleton in Teesdale (County Durham)
This North Pennine walk inlcudes Harter Fell and Grassholme Reservoir and a section of the Pennine Way. The start is Middleton-in-Teesdale and the walk includes a variety of scenery. Descending into the Lune Valley the walk continues alongside Grassholme Reservoir before using a section of old railway track back to the start.
Cronkley Scar via High Force
18.75 mi
+1,280 ft
-1,306 ft
9h 45
Moderate
Departure from Middleton in Teesdale (County Durham)
A lovely circular walk around Cronkley Scar via High Force.
Lunedale and Baldersdale
15.68 mi
+1,503 ft
-1,503 ft
8h 30
Moderate
Departure from Middleton in Teesdale (County Durham)
Circular walk passing by Lunedale and Baldersdale.
Hudeshope Beck
5.41 mi
+558 ft
-551 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Middleton in Teesdale (County Durham)
A walk with lovely views in this beautiful peaceful dale following Hudeshope Beck up past the old lime kilns, over the miners bridge, through the wood and fields to Coldberry mine, then back down the beck on the other side.
Hamsterley Forest - Blue trail
1.77 mi
+194 ft
-243 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from South Bedburn (County Durham)
This is the riverside walk in the Hamsterley Forest. The path is well marked (follow the blue signs) and very easy. It is pushchair friendly and perfect for little legs. It is dog friendly.
There are several others well marked walking trails and bicycle trails available in the forest.
The Old Gang Smelting Mill & Gunnerside Gill
8.30 mi
+1,083 ft
-1,070 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Melbecks (North Yorkshire)
A walk of two halves. The first part ascends gently on good tracks, passing the remains of the Old Gang Smelting Mill, before crossing the stream and crossing Melbecks Moor and passing the spoil heaps from the long ceased lead mining industry. The path descends via one of the 'hushes' to the Bunton Level above Gunnerside Gill. The return leg is on grassy paths which contour Brownsey Moor and pass through farmland, often following dry stone walls and passing working farms and traditional barns.
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