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View of Eggleston Abbey – Eggleston Abbey loop from Barnard Castle

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North East England

View of Eggleston Abbey – Eggleston Abbey loop from Barnard Castle

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View of Eggleston Abbey – Eggleston Abbey loop from Barnard Castle

00:41

9.93km

110m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 9.47 km for 4 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

4.93 km

Bench With a View of the Ruins

Highlight • Viewpoint

2

4.98 km

View of Eggleston Abbey

Highlight • Religious Site

Great view down towards Eggleston Abbey

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3

5.82 km

Eggleston Abbey

Highlight • Religious Site

Situated above the River Tees about a mile south east of Barnard Castle. Founded between 1195 and 1198.

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4

9.44 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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5

9.45 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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B

9.93 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.45 km

1.75 km

730 m

601 m

322 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.71 km

3.55 km

1.57 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (130 m)

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