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River Skerne in South Park – South Park Lake loop from Darlington

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North East England

River Skerne in South Park – South Park Lake loop from Darlington

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River Skerne in South Park – South Park Lake loop from Darlington

00:30

4.89km

30m

Running

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 7, 2026

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1.41 km

River Skerne in South Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

The River Skerne passes through the SouthPark, and the Skerne later joins the River Tees, which then flows east and into the North Sea.

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1.83 km

South Park Lake and Fountain, Darlington

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Darlington South Park, great place for a pleasant walk

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2.15 km

Park House and Clock Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

A cottage, which became known as Park House, was built for the resident park keeper. It was built in 1853 with a viewing tower but in 1901 a four face …

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2.17 km

Fothergill Fountain

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The Fothergill fountain, a Victorian memorial drinking water fountain in South Park, Darlinton

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2.41 km

South Park Cannon

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The South Park cannon in Darlington is a Russian 24-pounder captured by British forces during the Siege of Sevastopol (1854–1855) during the Crimean War.

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2.63 km

South Park Lake

Highlight • Lake

7

3.06 km

South Park Lake

Highlight • Lake

Situated in the centre of the park and has all sorts of birds on it

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3.14 km

South Park, Darlington

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Great place to spend some relaxing time in Darlington

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4.89 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.63 km

908 m

898 m

402 m

Surfaces

3.55 km

1.28 km

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