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North East England

Wansbeck Jetty – River Wansbeck loop from Ashington

Running trails & routes

North East England

Wansbeck Jetty – River Wansbeck loop from Ashington

Moderate

27

runners

Wansbeck Jetty – River Wansbeck loop from Ashington

00:49

7.70km

70m

Running

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

Last updated: April 3, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

840 m

Wansbeck Jetty

Highlight • Structure

Good place to launch most water based sporting activities from

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2

2.04 km

Riverside Walk Along the River Wansbeck

Highlight • Viewpoint

The path cuts through the Riverside Park, following the banks of the River Wansbeck to its estuary. It's an idyllic walk through woodland and meadow, and also passes under the impressive North Seaton Railway Viaduct, or the Black Bridge.

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3

2.64 km

The Riverside Pantry Café

Highlight • Cafe

Nice little cafe by the river. Good selection of cool drinks and food, perfect for a summer strole.

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4

2.65 km

The Riverside Pantry

Highlight • Viewpoint

Charming cafe with great river views from the nice outside terrace. They have a decent selection of cakes and all the usual teas and coffees you could want.

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5

2.82 km

River Wansbeck Path

Highlight • Trail

A peaceful and traffic-free path along the River Wansbeck that’s a pleasure to cycle on. The surface is mostly good tarmac, but some parts are a bit worn. It's suitable for all bike types though.

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6

2.97 km

Wildlife Viewing Spot by the River

Highlight • Viewpoint

The sweage pumping station is a good place to spot wildlife. Best to go early morning to see kingfishers and supposedly otters.

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7

3.33 km

River Wansbeck

Highlight • River

8

3.34 km

Sheepwash Bank Ford

Highlight • Bridge

B

7.70 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.04 km

2.29 km

1.28 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.29 km

2.31 km

848 m

752 m

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