This former lead and fluorspar mining village was once described by WH Auden as 'the most wonderfully desolate of all the dales.' Indeed, it is superb walker's territory, surrounded by great trails that explore the North Pennines AONB.

The Rookhope Inn provides food and accommodation, whilst there are a few other private cottage rentals available.

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Best Hikes to Rookhope Village

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1. Sikehead Dam and Rookhope loop — North Pennines

15.5km

04:23

340m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Rookhope & Rookhope Burn loop from the Arch — North Pennines

7.06km

01:56

120m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Rookhope Arch – Rookhope Village loop from Rookhope

4.22km

01:11

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 330 m

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

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Low Slitt Lead Mine

Sikehead Dam and Jeffrey Smelt Mill Chimney

Wynch Bridge

High Force Waterfall

Weardale Way Riverside Path

Hairpin Climb from Allenheads to Rookhope

The Lord Crewe Arms & Gardens

Stanhope Village and River Wear

Chapel Fell / Harthope Moss Climb from St John's Chapel

Road Into Rookhope

View Towards Rookhope

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Rookhope Village

1. Sikehead Dam and Rookhope loop — North Pennines

2. Rookhope & Rookhope Burn loop from the Arch — North Pennines

3. Rookhope Arch – Rookhope Village loop from Rookhope

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