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Run the scenic Weardale route from Westgate in Stanhope., County Durham

Run the scenic Weardale route from Westgate in Stanhope.

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Here is a circuit from Westgate using the Weardale Way, walled lanes, open moorland, the old Slitt Mine and the Middlehope Burn valley.

Along the way

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Slitt MineOld mine on the circuit from Westgate, a reminder of the area's industrial past.
2
Middlehope Burn valleyValley traversed on this Weardale circuit, reached from Westgate in Stanhope.
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Weardale WayLong-distance path followed on this walk through walled lanes and moorland.

The route

Distance10.4 km
Running≈ 1 h 15
Cycling≈ 54 min
Climb↑ 257 m
RouteCircular

A 10.4 km circular route from Stanhope to run or cycle, with 257 m of climbing.

Elevation↑ 257 m in total

Before you go

StartWestgate, Stanhope, DL13 1SDOpen the start in Maps →
FinishBack where you started
ParkingOn-street parking is available near the Hare and Hounds in Westgate.

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