Causey Arch is the oldest surviving single span railway bridge in the world. It was built in 1727 and at the time was also the widest single span bridge. It used to carry the coal trains from a nearby colliery but that's long closed.

Frankie

August 11, 2023

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Perfect if you want to spend a couple of hours surrounded by nature and see some lovely views. Wear comfortable shoes, take some water. I hiked it in shorts but I think you’d be more comfortable wearing longer pants. Enjoy!

Chris✶

September 4, 2020

Hiking

Look above from a tranquil valley to see the oldest surviving single-arch railway viaduct in the world

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1. Causey Arch & Beamish Parkland loop

7.94km

02:07

90m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Old Wagon Way to Causey Arch – Causey Arch Coal Wagon loop from Beamish Museum

9.82km

02:41

140m

150m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Causey Arch Coal Wagon – Causey Arch loop from Causey Bank Mires SSSI

8.05km

02:13

130m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 140 m

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Friday 6 March

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74 %

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Max wind speed: 12.0 km/h

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

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Causey Arch

1. Causey Arch & Beamish Parkland loop

2. Old Wagon Way to Causey Arch – Causey Arch Coal Wagon loop from Beamish Museum

3. Causey Arch Coal Wagon – Causey Arch loop from Causey Bank Mires SSSI

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