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The best gravel rides around Esh

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Experience the rugged beauty of gravel biking with our curated list of gravel rides around Esh. Whether you're looking for challenging climbs or scenic trails, here are some of the best gravel bike routes around Esh.

Last updated: November 24, 2025

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1. Lanchester Valley Path – River Browney loop from Lanchester

23.9km

01:36

120m

Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Dearness Valley Railway Path – River Deerness loop from Broompark

35.2km

02:32

400m

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Derwenthaugh Country Park Pond – Derwent Walk loop from Durham

93.7km

06:40

830m

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. National Cycle Route – River Deerness loop from Broompark

31.8km

02:08

200m

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. View of Durham Cathedral – Sunderland Bridge loop from Durham

25.1km

01:58

270m

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best gravel rides around Esh

1. Lanchester Valley Path – River Browney loop from Lanchester

2. Dearness Valley Railway Path – River Deerness loop from Broompark

3. Derwenthaugh Country Park Pond – Derwent Walk loop from Durham

4. National Cycle Route – River Deerness loop from Broompark

5. View of Durham Cathedral – Sunderland Bridge loop from Durham

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