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View of Durham Cathedral – Bluebell Woodland Path loop from Butterby Oxbow

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View of Durham Cathedral – Bluebell Woodland Path loop from Butterby Oxbow

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View of Durham Cathedral – Bluebell Woodland Path loop from Butterby Oxbow

01:15

10.3km

200m

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: February 27, 2026

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1.92 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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3.17 km

Hollinside Wood

Forest

4.60 km

View of Durham Cathedral

Highlight • Viewpoint

From here, you have a wonderful view of the magnificent Durham Cathedral, a stunning Gothic masterpiece and UNESCO World Heritage Site. It continues to serve as a centre of pilgrimage …

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5.06 km

Bluebell Woodland Path

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

The infamous Dominic Cummings bluebell path!

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8.98 km

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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10.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.27 km

3.38 km

1.07 km

1.01 km

471 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.09 km

2.73 km

1.94 km

702 m

645 m

160 m

Elevation

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