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North East England

Newton Cap Viaduct – Auckland Castle and Deer House loop from The Carrs SSSI

Road cycling routes

North East England

Newton Cap Viaduct – Auckland Castle and Deer House loop from The Carrs SSSI

Moderate

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Newton Cap Viaduct – Auckland Castle and Deer House loop from The Carrs SSSI

01:34

32.8km

350m

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 28, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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15.4 km

Newton Cap Viaduct

Highlight • Historical Site

This impressive viaduct is a Grade II-listed structure and was built in 1857 to carry the Bishop Auckland to Durham railway line across the River Wear. Spanning 828 feet (252 …

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15.9 km

Auckland Castle and Deer House

Highlight • Historical Site

Bishop Auckland is a vibrant and historic market town that sits proudly above the River Wear. Often referred to as the 'gateway to Weardale' it is an important stop on …

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16.1 km

Knead a Slice Café

Highlight • Cafe

4

16.6 km

Bishop Auckland Castle

Highlight • Castle

5

18.3 km

Vinovia Roman Fort

Highlight • Settlement

Vinovia or Vinovium was a Roman fort and settlement situated just over 1 mile to the north of the town of Bishop Auckland on the banks of the River Wear in County Durham, England.

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32.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

29.4 km

3.16 km

225 m

Surfaces

28.6 km

3.72 km

225 m

219 m

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Highest point (190 m)

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