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The Wicker Miner's Wife – Low Burnhall Riverside Trail loop from Durham University

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United Kingdom
England
North East England
City Of Durham

The Wicker Miner's Wife – Low Burnhall Riverside Trail loop from Durham University

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4.6

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The Wicker Miner's Wife – Low Burnhall Riverside Trail loop from Durham University

01:49

6.61km

100m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

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Start point

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1.35 km

Stone Spiral, Low Burnhall Woods

Highlight • Viewpoint

This stone spiral at Durham's Low Burnhall Woods marks the turning point of the 2.2-mile (3.2km) Riverside Trail walk.

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3.05 km

The Wicker Miner Sculpture

Highlight • Historical Site

This sculpture depicts a traditional miner and pays tribute to the area's rich coal mining history. It's set within the beauty of Low Burnhall and there are lots of enjoyable trails to enjoy featuring art, history and nature.

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4.81 km

The Wicker Miner's Wife

Highlight • Structure

The Wicker Miner's Wife is a 15-foot wicker sculpture in Low Burnhall Woods, near Durham, England. It was created by Ruth Thompson and Anna Turnbull in 2012 and depicts a …

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4.91 km

Low Burnhall Riverside Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

The Low Burnhall Riverside Trail takes you on a 2.2 mile (3.5 km) journey through an ancient woodland and wildflower meadows that also takes you along the river banks of …

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6.61 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

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5.27 km

1.05 km

191 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.82 km

2.54 km

834 m

188 m

163 m

< 100 m

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