George Stephenson's Birthplace – Wylam railway station loop from Ryton

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George Stephenson's Birthplace – Wylam railway station loop from Ryton

Moderate

4.0

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George Stephenson's Birthplace – Wylam railway station loop from Ryton

03:37

13.7km

120m

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: August 5, 2026

Waypoints

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Bus stop

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Highlight • Historical Site

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Highlight • River

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Highlight • Historical Site

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Highlight • Cafe

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Highlight (Segment) • Natural Monument

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George Stephenson's Birthplace

Highlight • Monument

George Stephenson's birthplace is a simple stone worker's cottage on the north bank of the River Tyne in Wylam, built circa 1760 to house mining families, and where the future …

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