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Stage 2: Durham to Consett – Three Rivers

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Stage 2: Durham to Consett – Three Rivers

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April 4, 2020

Stage 2: Durham to Consett – Three Rivers

Moderate

02:08

25.5km

12.0km/h

290m

120m

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Overview

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 289 m for 294 m

After 1.33 km for 51 m

Waypoints

Durham Castle and Cathedral

Highlight • Historical Site

Set upon a hill next to the cathedral, Durham Castle is a beautiful example of a Norman Castle. Built under the orders of William the Conqueror in 1072, the castle …

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2.65 km

River Browney

Highlight • Forest

The River Browney flows through County Durham through moorland, forests, disused coal mines, and remnants of a bygone industrial era. Decades of lead and coal mining badly affected the river's …

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5.86 km

Lanchester Valley Path

Highlight • Trail

Stretching for 20 miles (32 km) through the countryside, Lanchester Valley Path is perfect for cycling and hiking. The path follows the old Lanchester Valley railway line which ran from …

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22.0 km

Hownsgill Viaduct

Highlight • Cycleway

A former railway bridge, the Hownsgill was constructed by Stanhope and Tyne Railway from 1832 to 1834. Designed by engineer Robert Stephenson, the bridge is 690 feet (210 m) long …

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25.5 km

Blackhill and Consett Park

Highlight • Natural

Blackhill and Consett Park has been a green getaway from residents of Consett since 1891. The green parklands regularly host events such as the Blackhill parkrun, free cycling sessions, arts …

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.5 km

2.18 km

1.93 km

862 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.4 km

9.26 km

2.19 km

1.20 km

435 m

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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Stage 2: Durham to Consett – Three Rivers

Durham Castle and Cathedral

River Browney

Lanchester Valley Path

Hownsgill Viaduct

Blackhill and Consett Park

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