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Matthews Meadow Pond – Barnard Castle ruins loop from Cotherstone

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Matthews Meadow Pond – Barnard Castle ruins loop from Cotherstone

Moderate

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Matthews Meadow Pond – Barnard Castle ruins loop from Cotherstone

03:51

14.5km

140m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 9, 2026

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2.51 km

Matthews Meadow Pond

Highlight • Natural

On the Teesdale Way from Barnard Castle to Cotherstone, great place to see wildlife

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2.91 km

Towlerhill Plantation

Forest

5.67 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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6.14 km

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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6.98 km

Moments Café

Highlight • Cafe

Cafe with fun rooms in the cellar.
Open 10:00 - 16:00 every day.

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7.03 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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7.53 km

Barnard Castle ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

The castle was built by the Normans shortly after the conquest of the region, but experienced the greatest importance under Bernard de Bailleul in the second half of the twelfth …

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