Framwellgate Bridge – Silverlink Bridge loop from Cassop-cum-Quarrington

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Framwellgate Bridge – Silverlink Bridge loop from Cassop-cum-Quarrington

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Framwellgate Bridge – Silverlink Bridge loop from Cassop-cum-Quarrington

03:23

31.2km

310m

Running

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

Last updated: August 21, 2026

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Pigeon Plantation

Forest

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Seven Stars Pub, Shincliffe

Highlight • Pub

great pint and great food

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8.45 km

Durham University Botanic Garden

Highlight • Forest

The Botanic Garden is open:

10am to 5pm from 1st March to 31st October

10am to 4pm from 1st November to end of February (closed over Christmas).

We are open …

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The Scrogs

Forest

23.0 km

Framwellgate Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Framwellgate Bridge is a historic, Grade I listed medieval stone bridge over the River Wear in Durham.

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23.2 km

Framwellgate Bridge and View of Durham Castle and Cathedral

Highlight • Viewpoint

A grade 1 listed medieval masonry arch bridge over the River Wear in Durham city centre. It was built in the early 1400s to replace the 12th century bridge. There …

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24.7 km

View of Durham Cathedral and City from Pelaw Woods

Highlight • River

A fantastic view (bit of a climb to get there) of the Cathedral and City. Accessible from the River path along from Bath’s Bridge.

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24.7 km

Silverlink Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Connecting Gilesgate with Pelaw Woods, this high footbridge is a great sight.

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25.2 km

Durham Amateur Rowing Club

Highlight • Rest Area

The club is situated at the City Boathouse on Green Lane in Old Elvet, with a scenic stretch of the river that meanders through the city.

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25.8 km

Maiden Castle Footbridge Over the River Wear

Highlight • Bridge

Wood-slatted bridge which connects the sports centre and playing fields over the River Wear at Durham University's Graham Sport Centre / Maiden Castle.

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