The Bowes Museum – View of Eggleston Abbey loop from Woodland

The Bowes Museum – View of Eggleston Abbey loop from Woodland

Moderate

4.8

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The Bowes Museum – View of Eggleston Abbey loop from Woodland

02:18

47.3km

500m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 11.8 km for 81 m

After 12.5 km for 116 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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11.0 km

Deepdale Footbridge and View of Barnard Castle

Highlight • Bridge

This funny little bridge (with steps that you have to lift your bike up) is a quiet route alternative to the busy, main road that climbs up to the town centre. You also get a great view of the castle.

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11.5 km

Nobu & Sons

Highlight • Cafe

11.8 km

Artisan Corner

Highlight • Cafe

Best coffee I have had on my many rides around the Pennines. Very balanced blend with chocolatey taste. Very strong without being acidic. Leagues ahead of the watered down fare …

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12.6 km

The Bowes Museum

Highlight • Historical Site

The Bowes Museum is an art museum of national importance. It also runs a variety of activities and events throughout the year for the whole family.

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14.4 km

View of Eggleston Abbey

Highlight • Religious Site

Great view down towards Eggleston Abbey

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19.0 km

Whorlton Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Oct 2021 - Whlorton Bridge closed to all users for at least 1 year, check Durham County Council web site, currently impossible to cross the Tees here.

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26.7 km

The Country Tea Shop & Restaurant

Highlight • Cafe

A friendly cafe that serves cakes and hot drinks and a extensive breakfast and lunch menu. The sunday lunch is recommeneded!
Open everyday from 10:00 - 15:00.
Sunday lunch from 11:30 - 14:00.

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