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North East England

Victoria Viaduct – Fatfield Bridge loop from Washington

Hiking trails & Routes

North East England

Victoria Viaduct – Fatfield Bridge loop from Washington

Easy

4.7

(33)

284

hikers

Victoria Viaduct – Fatfield Bridge loop from Washington

01:40

6.31km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

848 m

Pattinson South Pond

Highlight • Lake

Aka the corgi pond. Never known it referred to as tjis name. Ive fished it on and off for 30+ years.

Tip by

2

2.55 km

Penshaw Quarry Tunnel

Highlight • Historical Site

In the 19th century, there were quarries established to the south of the river Wear near Penshaw and this tunnel connected a quarry to staithes on the river to enable the shipment of stone towards Sunderland and beyond.

Tip by

3

2.89 km

Victoria Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

Longer, higher and older than its more famous neighbour, Chester Burn Viaduct in Chester-le-Street, Victoria Viaduct is a grand, Grade II-listed structure. Familiar to walkers hiking along the picturesque River …

Tip by

4

3.39 km

Victoria Viaduct

Highlight • Monument

Victoria Viaduct, originally known as the Victoria Bridge, is a stone arch rail viaduct spanning the River Wear.
NOTE cycling forbidden along this part

Tip by

5

4.07 km

Fatfield Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

A bridge built in 1890 on the River Wear linking Penshaw with Fatfield just south of Washington

Tip by

6

4.15 km

Worm Hill and Victoria Viaduct Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

stop if you want, have a look at the famous Worm Hill from the Lambton Worm fable. stop at the Havelock for quality food and good ale...

Tip by

7

4.18 km

View of Penshaw Monument from East Bridge on the River Wear

Highlight • Viewpoint

View from East bridge on the river Wear

Tip by

8

4.76 km

Unmarked Path Near the Viaduct

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Route far more beautiful than on the main bridleway not marked on maps.

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B

6.31 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.41 km

1.66 km

1.64 km

344 m

267 m

Surfaces

3.65 km

1.95 km

371 m

267 m

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