Something of a long trail for a Highlight, this - but it's totally fabulous. The trail along the tops here (Buckshott Fell, Chop Hardy and Edmondbyers Common) is an old lead mining route.

Run from east to west it's broadly downhill single and doubletrack with glorious views. It's a total dream of a trail, with the odd ford to keep you interested and your toes nicely moist.

Michael W

June 23, 2020

Mountain biking

One of the best natural downhill tracks in the NE. A combination of single and double track, rock and sand. Best after a period of dry weather.

Graham “Humanbeersponge” Carson

July 9, 2021

Mountain biking

A wonderful trail, tight single track and more open tracks a delight to ride in nice weather.

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Distance 5.39 km

Uphill 0 m

Downhill 170 m

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