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Three Waterfalls loop from Middlestone in Teesdale — North Pennines

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Three Waterfalls loop from Middlestone in Teesdale — North Pennines

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Three Waterfalls loop from Middlestone in Teesdale — North Pennines

02:10

19.7km

210m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 10, 2024

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After 8.29 km for 1.26 km

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6.13 km

Low Force Waterfall

Highlight • River

Low Force is a beautiful series of cascades on the River Tees. Along this section of Upper Teesdale, the river tumbles over the Whin Sill, a layer of hard dolerite …

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8.88 km

River Above High Force Waterfall

Highlight • River

With a drop of 21 meters, this is one of the largest waterfalls in England and certainly one of the most impressive.
The area also holds geological significance, as some …

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13.0 km

Summerhill Force

Highlight • Natural Monument

Although it can often go unnoticed due to its proximity to the better-known Low Force and High Force waterfalls, this beautiful cascade is well worth a visit and is easily accessible from Bowlees.

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14.1 km

Wynch Bridge

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Wynch Bridge is a chain suspension bridge across the River Tees. The narrow bridge — which is only wide enough for one person — makes for an exhilarating crossing over …

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15.0 km

Pennine Way along the River Tees

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Pennine Way long distance national trail follows the south bank of the River Tees here. The trail is easy underfoot, running along the edge of fields between Middleton in Teesdale and Low Force waterfall.

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19.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.20 km

6.60 km

3.31 km

2.36 km

119 m

Surfaces

11.3 km

3.16 km

3.01 km

1.41 km

396 m

297 m

Elevation

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Highest point (330 m)

Lowest point (220 m)

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Three Waterfalls loop from Middlestone in Teesdale — North Pennines

Low Force Waterfall

River Above High Force Waterfall

Summerhill Force

Wynch Bridge

Pennine Way along the River Tees

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