Lanercost Priory – Talkin Village loop from Irthington

Lanercost Priory – Talkin Village loop from Irthington

Moderate

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Lanercost Priory – Talkin Village loop from Irthington

02:08

43.2km

460m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

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North Pennines National Landscape

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11.7 km

Ford Across Flow Beck

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It is rare that the creek is high enough to flow over the road.

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20.3 km

Lanercost Priory

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This impressive Augustinian priory, founded around 1169, is just a stone's throw from Hadrian's Wall. Its ruins tell stories of kings, wars, and pilgrims. King Edward I stayed here in …

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21.9 km

Naworth Castle

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Built in the 13th century, Naworth is a spectacular medieval castle in Cumbria. This former royal-owned castle has hosted a range of nobles during its history. Artist William Morris also …

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22.9 km

Naworth Castle Level Crossing

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Level crossing on the Tyne Valley line.

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25.9 km

Hallbankgate Village

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Tiny elevated village on way to Brampton with shop, pub, eatery options.

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30.0 km

Talkin Village

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Worth passing through village for the sign, quiet roads

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31.8 km

Gelt Viaduct / Gelt Bridge (also known as Middle Gelt Bridge) is a skew arch railway viaduct Built from 1832. It’s one of the earliest and largest skew bridges in Britain which is a Grade II listed building.

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