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Penshaw Monument – Victoria Viaduct Loop from New Herrington

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Penshaw Monument – Victoria Viaduct Loop from New Herrington

CB and David Armstrong planned a hike

March 11, 2022

Penshaw Monument – Victoria Viaduct Loop from New Herrington

Moderate

03:45

13.9km

3.7km/h

160m

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

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