Deerness path – River Deerness loop from Esh

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Deerness path – River Deerness loop from Esh

Moderate

5.0

(2)

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Deerness path – River Deerness loop from Esh

01:51

29.7km

180m

Cycling

Moderate bike 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: August 22, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 14.7 km for 120 m

Customers only

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.90 km

Deerness path

Highlight • Structure

Old railway path

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3.22 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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4.52 km

Parking Area

Highlight • Parking

A safe place to park the car and follow the cicleway

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7.24 km

Broompark Picnic Area

Highlight • Viewpoint

11.2 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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14.8 km

The Plough, Witton Gilbert

Highlight • Pub

Great food and canny spot for a beer.

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20.6 km

River Browney

Highlight • Forest

The River Browney flows through County Durham through moorland, forests, disused coal mines, and remnants of a bygone industrial era. Decades of lead and coal mining badly affected the river's …

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22.6 km