Highlight • Cycleway
Rookhope Village
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North Pennines National Landscape
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Alex Foxfield
February 25, 2021
Hiking
This former lead and fluorspar mining village was once described by WH Auden as 'the most wonderfully desolate of all the dales.' Indeed, it is superb walker's territory, surrounded by great trails that explore the North Pennines AONB.
The Rookhope Inn provides food and accommodation, whilst there are a few other private cottage rentals available.
The Rookhope Inn provides food and accommodation, whilst there are a few other private cottage rentals available.
Amy
August 16, 2019
Cycling
Rookehope is situated along the Sea to Sea cycle route after a 5 mile (8 km) downhill stretch. The small village was once described by author W.H. Auden as "the most wonderfully desoltate of all the dates."
The village has two public house - the Rookhope Inn and Swallow's Rest - which are popular pit stops for cyclists.
The village has two public house - the Rookhope Inn and Swallow's Rest - which are popular pit stops for cyclists.
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