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Bishop Auckland Bluebell Walk

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Overview

Parkland, Railway path, woodland and pastures/crop fields

Wednesday, 21 May 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
166m / 545ft
Type:
circular

Auckland Castle - River Gaunless - Auckland Walk - Binchester - Station Cottages - Belburn Wood - Vinovium  - Binchester Plantation - The Batts - Auckland Castle

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
NZ 21272 30111
Nearest postcode:
DL14 7NP
what3words:
hedge.vocal.apples
Start time:
10:00 am

Entrance to Auckland Castle (multiple parking opportunities nearby)

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE