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River Wansbeck – Wansbeck Railway Bridge loop from Ashington

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River Wansbeck – Wansbeck Railway Bridge loop from Ashington

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River Wansbeck – Wansbeck Railway Bridge loop from Ashington

00:57

15.1km

70m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 3, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.02 km

Sheepwash Bridge

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Great views up and down the Wansbeck

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3.53 km

River Wansbeck Path

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A peaceful and traffic-free path along the River Wansbeck that’s a pleasure to cycle on. The surface is mostly good tarmac, but some parts are a bit worn. It's suitable for all bike types though.

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3.70 km

The Riverside Pantry

Highlight • Viewpoint

Charming cafe with great river views from the nice outside terrace. They have a decent selection of cakes and all the usual teas and coffees you could want.

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4.31 km

Riverside Walk Along the River Wansbeck

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The path cuts through the Riverside Park, following the banks of the River Wansbeck to its estuary. It's an idyllic walk through woodland and meadow, and also passes under the impressive North Seaton Railway Viaduct, or the Black Bridge.

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5.51 km

Wansbeck Jetty

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Good place to launch most water based sporting activities from

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6.12 km

Wansbeck Railway Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Good views of the railway bridge over the River Wansbeck

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12.8 km

Jackie Milburn Statue

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Statue of local legend Jackie Milburn by artist John William Mills. Jackie was born in Ashington in 1924, and became one of Newcastle United's best ever players.

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15.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.18 km

3.12 km

2.48 km

1.76 km

1.54 km

1.03 km

Surfaces

8.83 km

4.17 km

1.76 km

347 m

Elevation

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River Wansbeck – Wansbeck Railway Bridge loop from Ashington

River Wansbeck

Sheepwash Bridge

River Wansbeck Path

The Riverside Pantry

Riverside Walk Along the River Wansbeck

Wansbeck Jetty

Wansbeck Railway Bridge

Jackie Milburn Statue

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