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Durham Castle – Durham Cathedral loop from Brasside Ponds SSSI

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Durham Castle – Durham Cathedral loop from Brasside Ponds SSSI

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Durham Castle – Durham Cathedral loop from Brasside Ponds SSSI

01:10

11.1km

90m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 26, 2026

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Durham Castle and Cathedral WHS

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5.15 km

Durham Castle

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Along with the magnificent cathedral, Durham Castle is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has been continuously occupied since its construction, which began in 1072 under the orders of …

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5.26 km

Durham Cathedral and Palace Green

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Don’t forget to go round the side of the Cathedral to see the west window, opposite Bow Lane!

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5.52 km

Durham Cathedral

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5.88 km

View of Durham Cathedral from Prebends Bridge

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Glorious views of the River Wear and Durham Cathedral from Prebends Bridge, built 1772-1778

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6.15 km

View of Durham Cathedral from the River Wear

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The view of Durham Cathedral from the River Wear showcases its massive Norman architecture atop a high, wooded peninsula. This image is best taken from the paths along the riverbank.

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6.16 km

View of Durham Cathedral from the River Wear

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Highly recommended walk on the loop of the river around the central peninsula of Durham - the view are magnificent and the length can we easily adjusted with the many bridges available.

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6.58 km

Framwellgate Bridge and View of Durham Castle and Cathedral

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A grade 1 listed medieval masonry arch bridge over the River Wear in Durham city centre. It was built in the early 1400s to replace the 12th century bridge. There …

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6.76 km

Framwellgate Bridge

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Framwellgate Bridge is a historic, Grade I listed medieval stone bridge over the River Wear in Durham.

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11.1 km

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Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.42 km

2.73 km

1.72 km

1.14 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.50 km

1.81 km

898 m

609 m

236 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 26 May

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Durham Castle – Durham Cathedral loop from Brasside Ponds SSSI

Durham Castle

Durham Cathedral and Palace Green

Durham Cathedral

View of Durham Cathedral from Prebends Bridge

View of Durham Cathedral from the River Wear

View of Durham Cathedral from the River Wear

Framwellgate Bridge and View of Durham Castle and Cathedral

Framwellgate Bridge

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