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Colt Crag Reservoir

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Colt Crag Reservoir

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Location: Chollerton, North East England, England, United Kingdom

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1. Ponteland Old Railway Line – Stamfordham Village loop from Callerton Parkway

91.8km

06:24

790m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Stamfordham Village – Colt Crag Reservoir loop from Airport

88.5km

05:54

720m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Chipchase Castle – Colt Crag Reservoir loop from Barrasford

35.9km

02:32

390m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Willem VS

July 8, 2025

Quietly situated reservoir with rich natural beauty, built in the late 19th century as part of the drinking water system for Newcastle and Gateshead. Surrounded by woodland and bush, and popular with birdwatchers for species such as the great crested grebe, cuckoo and house martin. Ideal for a relaxing stop by the water, with views of the tranquil countryside and a touch of ecological diversity.

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Amy

February 8, 2020

A nice stretch of water in Northumberland, Colt Crag Reservoir is part of a network of reservoirs, connected by tunnels and aqueducts, that provide drinking water to Newcastle Upon Tyne. Around the water, you will find a huge variety of wildlife. The reservoir is an ideal breeding ground for cuckoo, whinchat, wheatear, and meadow pipit. It's also home to great crested grebes, house martins, badgers, and bats.

diablotourer

August 10, 2025

great ride past the reservoir

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Elevation 200 m

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Location: Chollerton, North East England, England, United Kingdom

Colt Crag Reservoir

1. Ponteland Old Railway Line – Stamfordham Village loop from Callerton Parkway

2. Stamfordham Village – Colt Crag Reservoir loop from Airport

3. Chipchase Castle – Colt Crag Reservoir loop from Barrasford

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