Chipchase Castle – Colt Crag Reservoir loop from Chollerton

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Chipchase Castle – Colt Crag Reservoir loop from Chollerton

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Chipchase Castle – Colt Crag Reservoir loop from Chollerton

02:31

35.8km

390m

Cycling

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

Last updated: November 3, 2026

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4.17 km

Chipchase Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

An impressive 17th-century Jacobean mansion, Chipchase Castle is a wonderful estate that is a Scheduled Ancient Monument and Grade I listed. The castle was owned by various prominent figures who …

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15.8 km

Colt Crag Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

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 …

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19.7 km

View at Dovecote Hill Tower

Highlight • Viewpoint

A picturesque folly in a miniature castle style, situated on a quiet hillside with panoramic views over the countryside. Originally thought to have been built as a dovecote, part of …

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21.1 km

Dovecote Hill Tower

Highlight • Monument

To the west of Little Bavington, on a small hill, is the most significant remainder of the landscaped gardens of Bavington Hall. It was built as an eyecatcher and to …

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25.1 km

Hallington War Memorial

Highlight • Monument

Hallington War Memorial was unveiled on 5 September 1921 by Colonel EPA Riddell CMG DSO and dedicated by the Rector, Reverend WW Lunden. It commemorates six local servicemen who died …

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28.9 km

Country Lane Near Ingram

Highlight • Cycleway

Great country lane to cycle down which is not very busy

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33.2 km

Chollerton Windmill and Railway Bridge Remains

Highlight • Structure

Nice little village with local history that can still be seen today with an old railway line bridge that you can ride under and the remains of an old windmill …

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