Hury Reservoir Dam – Blackton Reservoir loop from Cotherstone

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Hury Reservoir Dam – Blackton Reservoir loop from Cotherstone

Moderate

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Hury Reservoir Dam – Blackton Reservoir loop from Cotherstone

01:26

20.7km

290m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 5.20 km for 67 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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5.24 km

Hury Reservoir Dam

Highlight • Structure

Hury reservoir was completed in 1892. It's the lowest in a series of three reservoirs on the river Balder designed to control the river flow and provide water to the people and industry of Teesdale.

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8.19 km

Adder Habitat in North Pennines National Landscape

Highlight • Forest

9.80 km

Barn Honesty Snack Stop

Highlight • Rest Area

Time to regenerate! Lovingly arranged here in the barn you will find what the hiker's heart needs to regain its strength. Among other things, refrigerator with various cold drinks, hot …

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10.4 km

Blackton Reservoir

Highlight • Natural

Blackton Reservoir is a beautiful stretch of water that is home to a great deal of wildlife. The area around the western end of the reservoir is protected as a …

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11.2 km

Hannah's Meadow nature reserve

Nature Reserve

20.6 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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