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View of Lanchester Valley – Lanchester Valley Way loop from Esh

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View of Lanchester Valley – Lanchester Valley Way loop from Esh

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View of Lanchester Valley – Lanchester Valley Way loop from Esh

00:59

15.1km

70m

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: February 12, 2026

Tips

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

You may need to carry your bike.

After 3.02 km for 34 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.04 km

Lanchester Railway Station

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Lanchester train station

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6.87 km

Stone Arch Railway Bridge Near Consett

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Bridge before Consett

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7.57 km

View of Lanchester Valley

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Worth the effort for the views

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7.73 km

Lanchester Valley Way

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A great route but can be busy with dog walkers throughout, so be aware.
Lanchester and Knitsley farm provide opportunities to take in refreshments, likewise, when you get there Parkhead …

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10.4 km

Lanchester Valley Railway Path

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This is a beautiful section of the 12-mile-long Lanchester Valley Railway Path which was originally built to carry iron ore to Consett Steelworks and coal from Langley Park. Expect tree lined avenues, a river and plenty of horses.

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15.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.1 km

931 m

786 m

238 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.1 km

1.73 km

823 m

448 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 15 May

12°C

0°C

30 %

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View of Lanchester Valley – Lanchester Valley Way loop from Esh

Malton Picnic Area

Lanchester Railway Station

Stone Arch Railway Bridge Near Consett

View of Lanchester Valley

Lanchester Valley Way

Lanchester Valley Railway Path

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