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County Bridge (Barnard Castle) – Barnard Castle loop from Startforth

County Bridge (Barnard Castle) – Barnard Castle loop from Startforth

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County Bridge (Barnard Castle) – Barnard Castle loop from Startforth

00:47

16.6km

140m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: December 3, 2025

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

You'll need to dismount and push your bike.

After 1.46 km for 81 m

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Start point

Bus stop

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887 m

County Bridge (Barnard Castle)

Highlight • Historical Site

This medieval stone bridge spanning the River Tees serves as a vital link between the towns of Barnard Castle and Startforth.

Dating back to the 14th century, this historical structure, …

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1.37 km

Barnard Castle

Highlight • Settlement

Barnard Castle is a historic market town in County Durham on the north bank of the River Tees. It's named after and built around a medievel castle. The castle is …

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1.50 km

Artisan Corner

Highlight • Cafe

Best coffee I have had on my many rides around the Pennines. Very balanced blend with chocolatey taste. Very strong without being acidic. Leagues ahead of the watered down fare …

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7.30 km

Whorlton Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Oct 2021 - Whlorton Bridge closed to all users for at least 1 year, check Durham County Council web site, currently impossible to cross the Tees here.

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15.0 km

Nobu & Sons

Highlight • Cafe

16.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.29 km

7.15 km

824 m

253 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

14.7 km

1.56 km

324 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (200 m)

Lowest point (130 m)

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County Bridge (Barnard Castle) – Barnard Castle loop from Startforth

County Bridge (Barnard Castle)

Barnard Castle

Artisan Corner

Whorlton Bridge

Nobu & Sons

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