Barnard Castle Market Cross – Winston Bridge loop from Barnard Castle

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Barnard Castle Market Cross – Winston Bridge loop from Barnard Castle

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Barnard Castle Market Cross – Winston Bridge loop from Barnard Castle

01:38

26.6km

210m

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: September 30, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 799 m for 200 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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315 m

Barnard Castle Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

This medieval stone bridge spanning the River Tees serves as a vital link between the towns of Barnard Castle and Startforth.

Dating back to the 14th century, this historical structure, …

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835 m

River Tees at Barnard Castle

Highlight • River

The River Tees runs through Barnard Castle on its way to the North Sea

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926 m

Pedestrian Bridge Over the River Tees

Highlight • Bridge

The bridge crosses the River Tees

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1.42 km

Barnard Castle Market Cross

Highlight • Historical Site

A market was established below the castle in the 13th-c. The impressive octagonal stone pavilion of the Market Cross was built in 1747. The arcade surrounding its base once sheltered …

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3.47 km

View of Eggleston Abbey

Highlight • Religious Site

Great view down towards Eggleston Abbey

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12.0 km

Fish Pond Plantation

Forest

15.9 km

Winston Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Really nice place to stop for freshman break with really nice views.

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26.4 km

Deepdale Footbridge and View of Barnard Castle

Highlight • Bridge

This funny little bridge (with steps that you have to lift your bike up) is a quiet route alternative to the busy, main road that climbs up to the town centre. You also get a great view of the castle.

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26.4 km

Deepdale Aqueduct

Highlight • Viewpoint

Constructed during the Victorian era, this footbridge spanning the River Tees was initially designed to convey water from the elevated moorland to the coastal industrial towns.

it now serves as …

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26.6 km

End point

Bus stop

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