View of Lanchester Valley – Derwent Walk loop from Bishop Auckland

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View of Lanchester Valley – Derwent Walk loop from Bishop Auckland

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View of Lanchester Valley – Derwent Walk loop from Bishop Auckland

07:26

111km

870m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. 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 23, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 89.1 km for 193 m

After 101 km for 89 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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14.6 km

The Ponderosa

Nature Reserve

20.3 km

Lanchester Valley Path

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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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31.0 km

View of Lanchester Valley

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Worth the effort for the views

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45.4 km

Byerside Wood

Forest

52.5 km

Derwent Walk

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Derwent Walk follows the route of the Derwent Valley Railway that carried industrial materials across the region. Since its closure, the area has been reclaimed by wildlife and become a …

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55.3 km

Rowlands Gill Viaduct

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Great views from the viaduct.

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57.5 km

Lintzford Disused Railway Station

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This old train station is a nice nod to the past, when trains drove here instead of cyclists.

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74.3 km

Lanchester Valley Way

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A great route but can be busy with dog walkers throughout, so be aware.
Lanchester and Knitsley farm provide opportunities to take in refreshments, likewise, when you get there Parkhead …

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89.2 km

Relley Wood

Forest

96.6 km

Croxdale Viaduct

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Croxdale Viaduct, which takes the East Coast Main Line over the River Wear near Croxdale and Sunderland Bridge, is an impressive 11-arch span built by the North Eastern Railway in 1872.

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