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North East England

Deerness path – River Deerness loop from Tow Law

North East England

Deerness path – River Deerness loop from Tow Law

Moderate

5.0

(1)

8

riders

Deerness path – River Deerness loop from Tow Law

02:07

38.9km

380m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

7.05 km

Waterhouses

Highlight • Other

Deerness Valley crosses here

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2

9.64 km

Waterside Forest Trail

Highlight • Forest

An easy track with techy bits like roots, sloping sides and a decent climb needing a bit of speed.

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3

11.6 km

Deerness path

Highlight • Structure

Old railway path

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4

11.9 km

River Deerness

Highlight • River

The River Deerness runs 11.6 miles (18.7 km) through the picturesque valley of the same name. On its way, it passes Waterhouses, Ushaw Moor and Esh Winning villages before joining …

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5

14.3 km

Deerness Valley Railway Path

Highlight • Cycleway

6

15.9 km

Broompark Picnic Area

Highlight • Viewpoint

7

17.0 km

National Cycle Network Signpost: Consett–Bishop Auckland

Highlight • Structure

8

19.9 km

Lanchester Valley Path

Highlight • Trail

Stretching for 20 miles (32 km) through the countryside, Lanchester Valley Path is perfect for cycling and hiking. The path follows the old Lanchester Valley railway line which ran from …

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B

38.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.9 km

18.0 km

1.67 km

179 m

170 m

Surfaces

18.9 km

16.1 km

3.75 km

166 m

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Wednesday 7 October

12°C

4°C

34 %

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