The Keelman Reception – Blaydon Races Sculpture loop from Ryton

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The Keelman Reception – Blaydon Races Sculpture loop from Ryton

Moderate

3.8

(5)

hikers

The Keelman Reception – Blaydon Races Sculpture loop from Ryton

03:00

11.8km

30m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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50 m

The Gallops

Highlight • Climb

runs steeply uphill Northwards

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186 m

The Keelman Reception

Highlight • Restaurant

485 m

Battle of Newburn Ford Monument

Highlight • Historical Site

The Battle of Newburn Ford Monument is a simple stone memorial on the south bank of the River Tyne at Newburn, marking the battle of 28 August 1640 during the …

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745 m

View of the River Tyne at Newburn

Highlight • River

Route 72 cycle way

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1.15 km

View of the River Tyne from Newburn Bridge

Highlight • River

View of the Tyne

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3.71 km

Blaydon Races sign

Highlight • Monument

3.73 km

Blaydon Races Sculpture

Highlight • Monument

Located on a nice shared path alongside the river

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6.91 km

Wreck of the Brekaer

Highlight • Historical Site

Below the A1 bridge on Scotswood Road between Newburn Business Park and B&Q - this boat has been abandoned for quite some time now, rumoured to be an old fishing boat.

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