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View of Lanchester Valley – Derwent Walk loop from Chester-le-Street

View of Lanchester Valley – Derwent Walk loop from Chester-le-Street

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4.7

(3)

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View of Lanchester Valley – Derwent Walk loop from Chester-le-Street

03:34

68.3km

500m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. 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 26, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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10.4 km

River Browney

Highlight • Forest

The River Browney flows through County Durham through moorland, forests, disused coal mines, and remnants of a bygone industrial era. Decades of lead and coal mining badly affected the river's biodiversity. However, since the closure of the mines, the river has bounced back and you may even spot otters here today.

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13.6 km

Lanchester Valley Path

Highlight • Trail

Stretching for 20 miles (32 km) through the countryside, Lanchester Valley Path is perfect for cycling and hiking. The path follows the old Lanchester Valley railway line which ran from 1862 until 1965. Trains once carried iron to Consett steelworks and coal from Langley Park along this route.

You should be able to spot old station houses, platforms and historical ruins en route. There's also plenty of benches and picnic areas.

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24.1 km

Lanchester Valley Way

Highlight • Trail

A great route but can be busy with dog walkers throughout, so be aware.
Lanchester and Knitsley farm provide opportunities to take in refreshments, likewise, when you get there Parkhead Station also offers similar.
If you have arrived at Parkhead Station from Lanchester, then the good news is that it's mostly downhill back to Lanchester, which is a real bonus, especially if the wind is against you on the Waskerly Way. Enjoy........👍

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24.2 km

View of Lanchester Valley

Highlight • Viewpoint

Worth the effort for the views

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33.5 km

Whinnyhouse Plantation

Forest

39.0 km

Make-me-Rich Plantation

Forest

40.9 km

Lintzford Disused Railway Station

Highlight • Structure

This old train station is a nice nod to the past, when trains drove here instead of cyclists.

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43.0 km

Rowlands Gill Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

Great views from the viaduct.

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45.6 km

Derwent Walk

Highlight • Cycleway

Derwent Walk follows the route of the Derwent Valley Railway that carried industrial materials across the region. Since its closure, the area has been reclaimed by wildlife and become a haven for cyclists and hikers.

The traffic-free route runs through riverside wetlands, wild meadows, and Derwenthaugh Park.

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48.7 km

Derwent Walk Express Sculpture

Highlight • Structure

Giant train at the Swalwell end of the old railway. Sits on top of the archways

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53.6 km

Saltmarsh Garden

Nature Reserve

68.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

31.2 km

26.1 km

7.20 km

1.97 km

1.64 km

186 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

32.8 km

27.5 km

3.94 km

3.78 km

126 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Saturday 11 July

19°C

12°C

0 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 18.0 km/h

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Comments

August 25, 2022,Man Without A Woman

Northern Soul Playlist #131

Michael & Raymond - Man Without A Woman

Mrs J half way through 3 11 hour shifts, so I have to find a way to amuse myself 😘

Bit like autumn coming down the Derwent valley. Damp, with lots of leaves, making it a bit sketchy.

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View of Lanchester Valley – Derwent Walk loop from Chester-le-Street

River Browney

Lanchester Valley Path

Lanchester Valley Way

View of Lanchester Valley

Lintzford Disused Railway Station

Rowlands Gill Viaduct

Derwent Walk

Derwent Walk Express Sculpture

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