WW2 Disguised Lookout – Creswell Pele Tower loop from Widdrington

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Widdrington Station And Stobswood

WW2 Disguised Lookout – Creswell Pele Tower loop from Widdrington

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WW2 Disguised Lookout – Creswell Pele Tower loop from Widdrington

01:43

16.1km

90m

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: October 7, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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95 m

The Widdy Chip Shop

Highlight • Restaurant

A conveniently placed chip shop for those in need of some fuel whilst passing through Widdrington Station.

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5.84 km

WW2 Disguised Lookout

Highlight • Other

WW2 disguised lookout and camping pods, you may see some Larma's too.

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6.05 km

World War II Pillbox at The Barn on the Bay

Highlight • Monument

During World War II, these bunkers were used for the defense of the United Kingdom against a possible enemy invasion. They were built in 1940 and into 1941.

The bunker is camouflaged as a small ruin.

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7.18 km

The Drift Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

I started my bike tour from the Drift Cafe and had scrambled eggs on toast and a vegetarian haggis roll to start the day (double breakfasts win), only 20m from …

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7.47 km

The Drift Café

Highlight • Cafe

The Drift cafe includes drinks, snacks, all day breakfast, lunch (11:30 - 16:00). They also have a fish and chips shack and pizza.
Bike friendly with the old bike racks …

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8.05 km

Cresswell Village Well

Highlight • Monument

In 1935, Cresswell became connected to the mains water supply, marking a significant development in the community's access to water. Before this connection, villagers relied on a well as their …

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8.11 km

Walled Garden, Cresswell Hall

Highlight • Historical Site

The garden provided fruit, vegetables and cut flowers for Cresswell hall.

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8.12 km

Creswell Pele Tower

Highlight • Monument

Built in the late 1300's by the Creswell family to defend against attacks from Border Reivers. The tower has been restored 2019-20 and is open to the public.

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8.72 km

Hall Wood

Forest

16.1 km

End point

Train Station

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