Barnard Castle Market Cross – River Tees Crossing loop from Barnard Castle

Barnard Castle Market Cross – River Tees Crossing loop from Barnard Castle

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Barnard Castle Market Cross – River Tees Crossing loop from Barnard Castle

01:09

23.7km

330m

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: September 24, 2026

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1.66 km

Barnard Castle Market Cross

Highlight • Historical Site

A market was established below the castle in the 13th-c. The impressive octagonal stone pavilion of the Market Cross was built in 1747. The arcade surrounding its base once sheltered …

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1.95 km

Moments Café

Highlight • Cafe

Cafe with fun rooms in the cellar.
Open 10:00 - 16:00 every day.

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2.50 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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3.03 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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8.72 km

Open 10-4 everyday except Tuesday. Great coffee and cake, bacon/sausage butties. Enough bike parking for a group ride, plus a maintenance station with pump and tools. Walkers, runners, kayakers and dogs all welcome!

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