Greta Bridge to Winston - Durham Round Trail
Departure from Rokeby (County Durham)
This walk follows the River Greta and River Tees, taking in some beautiful countryside, ancient bridges and river view.
River Greta Circular
Departure from Brignall (County Durham)
A picturesque walk along the river Greta, abounds with history and nature.
Winston to Piercebridge - Durham Round Trail
Departure from Winston (County Durham)
The 23rd section follows the banks of the River Tees from Winston through the pretty village of Gainford which is well worth a stop, then continues to the ancient settlement of Piercebridge with its Roman fort and bridge.
Gainford to Ingleton - The Way of Life
Departure from Gainford (County Durham)
The start of this walk begins at the historic St Mary's Church on the banks of the River Tees in Gainford and passes through farmland and pretty villages finishing in Ingleton.
The Way of Life - Gainford to Durham
Departure from Gainford (County Durham)
The Way of Life is one of the Northern Saints' Trails and takes in the religious centre of Bishop Auckland with its castle and art galleries. The trail passes through many County Durham villages from the banks of the River Tees to the banks of the River Wear. Evidence of County Durham's religious and industrial past can be seen throughout the walk including the Etherley Incline, an early railway, Medieval Durham, Escomb Saxon Church and Binchester Roman Fort.
Bowes Museum to Egglestone Abbey: Beside the River Tees
Departure from Barnard Castle (County Durham)
A short and enjoyable walk from Bowes Museum to Egglestone Abbey, following the River Tees. At the time of writing (July 21) Bowes Museum is still operating a time ticket entry. If you time your visit correctly you can combine a visit to the museum followed by the walk or vice versa. Please note the gates to the museum close at 5:00. If you think you will arrive back later then park your car outside the museum grounds.
Teesdale Way Circular from Barnard Castle
Departure from Barnard Castle (County Durham)
A pleasant circular walk starting and finishing at Barnard Castle. It follows the Teesdale Way on the south side of the River Tees and crosses the river via a footbridge north of Cotherstone village. It then heads back on the opposite side of the river. The walking is mostly flat and passes through farm land and riverside woodland.
Rutherford Bridge to Greta Bridge - Durham Round Trail
Departure from Scargill (County Durham)
The 21st section of the route continues to follow the River Greta from Rutherford Bridge through picturesque countryside to the pretty village of Greta Bridge.
Ingleton to West Auckland, The Way of Life
Departure from Ingleton (County Durham)
This section of the walk crosses farmland and follows country lanes starting in the village of Ingleton and finishing in West Auckland with its numerous interesting and historic buildings.
Kidstones, Fleet Moss and Buttertubs : A 100km ride in the Yorkshire Dales
Departure from Richmond (North Yorkshire)
A 100km circular ride starting in Richmond and passing through the Yorkshire Dales taking in the climbs of Kidstones Pass, Fleet Moss and Buttertubs Pass. Great scenery and places for refreshment stops.
Easby Abbey and Richmond Castle
Departure from Easby (North Yorkshire)
A short circular walk along the banks of the River Swale with the chance to explore Easby Abbey, Richmond Castle and the lovely market town of Richmond.
Lots to see and do and you can make a short walk into a full day out. Great Ice cream parlour in the Old Railway Station for the return leg.
About 2 hours for the actual walking but longer if you are exploring.
Bowes to Rutherford Bridge - Durham Round Trail
Departure from Bowes (County Durham)
The 20th section of the trail continues from the village of Bowes through the Greta Valley, following the River Greta to Rutherford Bridge and the waterfalls.
West Darlington Circular
Departure from Darlington
A diverse walk crossing open fields, following burbling brooks and a beautiful section of the river Tees incorporating part of the Teesdale way.
Around the Western area of Darlington
Departure from Darlington
A walk suitable for all ages, good well preserved footpaths, nature reserve, museum on the route, watching trout jump the weir on the river Tess, good opportunities for pub food and cafe snacks.
Grinton Smelting Mill
Departure from Grinton (North Yorkshire)
An easy circular walk from Grinton with lots of interest. The moors above Grinton have the remains of the lead mining industry and on this walk, you will see those remains plus a well preserved smelting mill and its flue which runs up the hillside. The area is now a grouse moor and you will pass shooting butts and feeding stations for the birds. Great refreshments in Grinton and also over the bridge in Fremington at the Dales Bike Centre.
West Auckland to Escomb, The Way of Life
Departure from West Auckland (County Durham)
The final section of the Gainford to Escomb section of The Way of Life continues across farmland and through small villages finishing at the ancient church in Escomb. A section of this walk follows the Etherley Incline, the route of the first passenger railway in the world. The last part of the walk shares a route with the Weardale Way.
High Harker Hill - near Grinton, North Yorkshire, UK
Departure from Grinton (North Yorkshire)
This route is mostly on public Bridleways and moorland access tracks with a rough gravel surface with drainage channels crossing them. #WalkingWithWheels.
Teesdale Way Circular from Eggleston
Departure from Eggleston (County Durham)
A pleasant circular walk starting and finishing at Eggleston Hall Nursery and Cafe. It follows the Teesdale Way on the north side of the River Tees and crosses the river via a footbridge north of Cotherstone village. It then heads back on the opposite side of the river to pass through the delightful village of Romaldkirk before the final leg back to Eggleston Hall. (It can also be started from Romaldkirk or Cotherstone)
The Old Gang Smelting Mill & Gunnerside Gill
Departure from Melbecks (North Yorkshire)
A walk of two halves. The first part ascends gently on good tracks, passing the remains of the Old Gang Smelting Mill, before crossing the stream and crossing Melbecks Moor and passing the spoil heaps from the long ceased lead mining industry. The path descends via one of the 'hushes' to the Bunton Level above Gunnerside Gill. The return leg is on grassy paths which contour Brownsey Moor and pass through farmland, often following dry stone walls and passing working farms and traditional barns.
Escomb to Bishop Auckland, The Way of Life
Departure from County Durham
This short walk from Escomb to Bishop Auckland follows the River Wear. It affords a great view of the Newton Cap Viaduct and allows plenty of time to explore Bishop Auckland.
Bishop Auckland Castle and Deer House
Departure from Bishop Auckland (County Durham)
A gentle walk through Auckland Park taking in the River Wear, River Gaunless, Walled Garden and Deer House.
More walks in Hutton Magna
Discover also walks in surrounding cities:
- Aldbrough
- Appleton East and West
- Aske
- Barden
- Barforth
- Barnard Castle
- Barningham
- Barton
- Bolam
- Boldron
- Brignall
- Brompton-on-Swale
- Brough with St. Giles
- Caldwell
- Carkin
- Catterick
- Cleatlam
- Cliffe
- Cockfield
- Colburn
- Dalton
- Denton
- Downholme
- Easby
- East Hauxwell
- East Layton
- Egglestone Abbey
- Eldon
- Ellerton Abbey
- Eppleby
- Etherley
- Evenwood and Barony
- Forcett
- Gainford
- Gayles
- Gilling with Hartforth and Sedbury
- Headlam
- Heighington
- High Coniscliffe
- Hilton
- Hipswell
- Hope
- Houghton Le Side
- Hudswell
- Ingleton
- Killerby
- Kirby Hill
- Langleydale and Shotton
- Langton
- Lynesack and Softley
- Manfield
- Marrick
- Marske
- Marwood
- Melsonby
- Middleton Tyas
- Morton Tinmouth
- New Forest
- Newsham
- Newton Morrell
- Ovington
- Piercebridge
- Raby with Keverstone
- Ravensworth
- Richmond
- Rokeby
- Scargill
- Scotton
- Shildon
- Skeeby
- St. Martin's
- Staindrop
- Stainton
- Stanwick St. John
- Startforth
- Streatlam and Stainton
- Summerhouse
- Tunstall
- Wackerfield
- Walburn
- Walworth
- West Auckland
- West Hauxwell
- West Layton
- Westwick
- Whashton
- Whorlton
- Winston
- Woodland
- Wycliffe with Thorpe