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River Skerne in South Park – Croft Bridge loop from Darlington

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River Skerne in South Park – Croft Bridge loop from Darlington

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River Skerne in South Park – Croft Bridge loop from Darlington

03:36

14.0km

60m

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: July 25, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 13.4 km for 603 m

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Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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402 m

Council Park

Highlight • Forest

Great for walking the dog

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591 m

River Skerne

Highlight • River

River Skerne runs through the South Park in Darlington on its way to Hurworth Place, where it meets the Tees

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822 m

River Skerne in South Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

The River Skerne passes through the SouthPark, and the Skerne later joins the River Tees, which then flows east and into the North Sea.

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1.05 km

South Park Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

The cafe provides a variety of quick bites and light refreshments

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1.16 km

A cottage, which became known as Park House, was built for the resident park keeper. It was built in 1853 with a viewing tower but in 1901 a four face clock was added. It is regarded as the main focal point of the entire park.

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6.44 km

Croft Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Croft Bridge is a Grade I-listed bridge over the River Tees. The bridge was built in the 14th century and was restored in 1673. Each new Bishop of Durham is presented with a sword known as the Conyers Falchion at the centre of the bridge upon entering the diocese for the first time.

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6.51 km

St Peter's Church, Croft-on-Tees

Highlight • Religious Site

St Peter’s is a Grade I-listed church set in a picturesque spot beside the River Tees, close to the historic Croft Bridge. The church was built in the 12th century, developed over the following 300 years and restored in the 19th century. Between 1843 and 1868, author Lewis Carroll's father was the rector at the church. Carroll, most famous for the book 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland', is said to have taken inspiration from the carvings and artefacts in the church.

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12.9 km

Blackwell Castle Hill

Highlight • Historical Site

14.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.47 km

2.75 km

2.68 km

2.01 km

1.45 km

630 m

Surfaces

5.33 km

3.10 km

2.92 km

1.21 km

1.08 km

315 m

Elevation

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Thursday 30 July

20°C

8°C

36 %

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River Skerne in South Park – Croft Bridge loop from Darlington

Council Park

River Skerne

River Skerne in South Park

South Park Cafe

Park House and Clock Tower

Croft Bridge

St Peter's Church, Croft-on-Tees

Blackwell Castle Hill

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