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North East England

Barnard Castle Market Cross – The Bowes Museum loop from Barnard Castle

Bike touring routes & trails

North East England

Barnard Castle Market Cross – The Bowes Museum loop from Barnard Castle

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Barnard Castle Market Cross – The Bowes Museum loop from Barnard Castle

02:15

37.9km

250m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 15, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 36.3 km for 116 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

913 m

Barnard Castle Market Cross

Highlight • Historical Site

A market was established below the castle in the 13th-c. The impressive octagonal stone pavilion of the Market Cross was built in 1747. The arcade surrounding its base once sheltered …

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2

22.9 km

St Mary's Church, Staindrop

Highlight • Historical Site

3

36.3 km

The Bowes Museum

Highlight • Historical Site

The Bowes Museum is an art museum of national importance. It also runs a variety of activities and events throughout the year for the whole family.

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37.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

34.5 km

1.82 km

1.32 km

149 m

129 m

Surfaces

30.9 km

6.74 km

129 m

< 100 m

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Sunday 31 May

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11°C

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