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View of Newbiggin – Barnard Castle Bridge loop from Barnard Castle

View of Newbiggin – Barnard Castle Bridge loop from Barnard Castle

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View of Newbiggin – Barnard Castle Bridge loop from Barnard Castle

02:47

55.2km

750m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 14, 2026

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North Pennines National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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25.2 km

Lodge Syke Old Lead Mines in Hudes Hope

Highlight • Historical Site

Nice loop north of Middleton, with a remote setting and fantastic views.

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28.6 km

Aukside Plantation

Forest

30.2 km

Archaeological Site

31.5 km

Ravelin Gill

Forest

33.1 km

View of Newbiggin

Highlight • Viewpoint

37.8 km

Middleton-in-Teesdale Village Centre

Highlight • Historical Site

Nestled in the picturesque Teesdale region, Middleton-in-Teesdale is situated on the northern banks of the River Tees and enveloped by the North Pennines.

This historic town witnessed significant growth in …

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53.1 km

Deepdale Aqueduct

Highlight • Viewpoint

Constructed during the Victorian era, this footbridge spanning the River Tees was initially designed to convey water from the elevated moorland to the coastal industrial towns.

it now serves as …

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53.1 km

Deepdale Footbridge and View of Barnard Castle

Highlight • Bridge

This funny little bridge (with steps that you have to lift your bike up) is a quiet route alternative to the busy, main road that climbs up to the town centre. You also get a great view of the castle.

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53.7 km

Barnard Castle Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

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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54.4 km

Nobu & Sons

Highlight • Cafe

55.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

53.2 km

1.47 km

370 m

110 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

42.1 km

13.1 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (410 m)

Lowest point (140 m)

Weather

Thursday 28 May

18°C

11°C

31 %

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View of Newbiggin – Barnard Castle Bridge loop from Barnard Castle

Lodge Syke Old Lead Mines in Hudes Hope

View of Newbiggin

Middleton-in-Teesdale Village Centre

Deepdale Aqueduct

Deepdale Footbridge and View of Barnard Castle

Barnard Castle Bridge

Nobu & Sons

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