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Netherwitton Stone Bridge – Kirkley Café loop from Ponteland

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Netherwitton Stone Bridge – Kirkley Café loop from Ponteland

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Netherwitton Stone Bridge – Kirkley Café loop from Ponteland

05:11

84.6km

770m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 29, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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9.88 km

The Beresford Arms

Highlight • Pub

12.5 km

Meldon Station House

Highlight • Other

14.2 km

View of Northumberland Countryside

Highlight • Viewpoint

20.6 km

Netherwitton Stone Bridge

Highlight • River

Its beautiful little village with a lovely stream running through it

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26.8 km

West Moor Plantation

Forest

62.1 km

Cockle Park Tower

Highlight • Castle

Cockle Park Tower, hunting lodge, only just noticed while passing, hard to spot. I don't know if open to public as I didn't stop . more info below
morpethherald.co.uk/news/mysteries-and-theories-about-the-tower-1-8287970

photos from castleuk.net/castle_lists_north/81/cockle2.html

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70.2 km

St Mary Magdalene Church

Highlight • Other

History of the Church:

The parish church dates back to the late 12th century and was remodeled in the 13th century, likely after the village was burned by King John …

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80.1 km

The Barn Café

Highlight • Cafe

Great spot for a break with
Plenty seating outside with hot or cold food. Lots of cyclists on a good day. Facilities to get your bike fixed aswell!

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80.3 km

Kirkley Café

Highlight • Cafe

Bike friendly cafe at Thornyford Farm. It serves a variety of drinks, cakes and snacks.
Open 08:30 - 15:00 at weekends.
09:00 - 15:00 Wed, Thurs & Fri.
Closed Mon & Tue.

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84.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

81.8 km

1.57 km

752 m

582 m

Surfaces

69.0 km

15.3 km

317 m

Elevation

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Highest point (210 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

Weather

Wednesday 27 May

22°C

9°C

12 %

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Netherwitton Stone Bridge – Kirkley Café loop from Ponteland

The Beresford Arms

Meldon Station House

View of Northumberland Countryside

Netherwitton Stone Bridge

Cockle Park Tower

St Mary Magdalene Church

The Barn Café

Kirkley Café

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