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Escomb Saxon Church – Auckland Castle and Deer House loop from Bishop Auckland

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United Kingdom
England
North East England
Bishop Auckland

Escomb Saxon Church – Auckland Castle and Deer House loop from Bishop Auckland

Moderate

3.0

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9

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Escomb Saxon Church – Auckland Castle and Deer House loop from Bishop Auckland

03:49

14.0km

210m

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 18, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1

749 m

Boyes Sewing Supplies

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2

9.04 km

Escomb Saxon Church

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The small village of Escomb, on the banks of the River Wear, is notable for its famous Saxon Church, which has been cited as being 'England's earliest complete church.' It …

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12.8 km

Auckland Castle and Deer House

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Bishop Auckland is a vibrant and historic market town that sits proudly above the River Wear. Often referred to as the 'gateway to Weardale' it is an important stop on …

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14.0 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.21 km

2.80 km

2.37 km

1.82 km

1.75 km

Surfaces

3.06 km

2.77 km

2.73 km

2.65 km

2.60 km

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Thursday 8 October

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