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The Wicker Miner's Wife – Low Burnhall Riverside Trail loop from Cassop-cum-Quarrington

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North East England

The Wicker Miner's Wife – Low Burnhall Riverside Trail loop from Cassop-cum-Quarrington

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The Wicker Miner's Wife – Low Burnhall Riverside Trail loop from Cassop-cum-Quarrington

03:52

14.6km

140m

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: April 25, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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2.38 km

Butterby Wood

Forest

2

3.96 km

Croxdale Hall and Chapel

Highlight • Religious Site

This privately owned, Grade I-listed mansion is a fine sight for walkers on the Weardale Way long-distance trail. The property dates from the 17th century but saw extensive alterations – …

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3

5.10 km

View of the River

Highlight • River

Stunning little walk along the river surrounded by shrubbery & trees. Some bike paths too.
Bridleway
Trail de Santiago

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4

6.27 km

The Wicker Miner's Wife

Highlight • Structure

The Wicker Miner's Wife is a 15-foot wicker sculpture in Low Burnhall Woods, near Durham, England. It was created by Ruth Thompson and Anna Turnbull in 2012 and depicts a …

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5

6.37 km

Low Burnhall Riverside Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

The Low Burnhall Riverside Trail takes you on a 2.2 mile (3.5 km) journey through an ancient woodland and wildflower meadows that also takes you along the river banks of …

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6

7.66 km

The Wicker Miner Sculpture

Highlight • Historical Site

This sculpture depicts a traditional miner and pays tribute to the area's rich coal mining history. It's set within the beauty of Low Burnhall and there are lots of enjoyable trails to enjoy featuring art, history and nature.

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7

8.29 km

Stone Spiral, Low Burnhall Woods

Highlight • Viewpoint

This stone spiral at Durham's Low Burnhall Woods marks the turning point of the 2.2-mile (3.2km) Riverside Trail walk.

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8

9.44 km

Historic Fish Pond

Highlight • Historical Site

10.0 km

Pit Heap

Forest

B

14.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.16 km

3.39 km

1.73 km

1.29 km

1.27 km

1.08 km

724 m

Surfaces

4.18 km

2.79 km

2.78 km

2.44 km

1.96 km

483 m

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