Wolsingham Railway Station – Path Along Waskerley Beck loop from Wolsingham

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Wolsingham Railway Station – Path Along Waskerley Beck loop from Wolsingham

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Wolsingham Railway Station – Path Along Waskerley Beck loop from Wolsingham

02:39

22.1km

380m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Tips

Includes a short out-and-back section

Your route doubles back at a waypoint. If this isn’t intentional, adjust the waypoint’s position.

After 1.14 km for 11 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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505 m

Market Place, Wolsingham

Highlight • Settlement

Front Street & Market Place

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1.14 km

Wolsingham Railway Station

Highlight • Structure

On the eastern edge of the tranquil Durham Dales, a warm welcome awaits hikers in Wolsingham. Its stone buildings and period features hint at the towns history and its streets …

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6.84 km

The Elephant Trees

Highlight • Viewpoint

A conspicuous sight up high on Pikeston Fell, the Elephant Trees are a beloved landmark in this part of the Durham Dales. This clutch of trees is so-called because it …

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11.7 km

River Wear

Highlight • River

The Wear catchment stretches from the eastern North Pennines to the North Sea coast, encompassing the majority of County Durham. The river is formed at Wearhead, from the confluence of …

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13.1 km

A quiet picnic area alongside the Waskerley Beck with lots of parking. A number of walks are possible from here including the Family Walk, an easy circular route on footpaths accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs, 1.5 miles long.

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16.8 km

Path Along Waskerley Beck

Highlight • River

18.9 km

Park Wall Plantation

Forest

21.4 km

St. Mary's and St. Stephen's Church, Wolsingham

Highlight • Other

The parish church in Wolsingham has a history going back to the 12th century, though the present church was rebuilt in 1848 by W. Nicholson. The church is Grade II listed on the National Heritage List for England.

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22.1 km

End point

Bus stop

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