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Overview

A walk from the Locomotion Railway Museum at Shildon into the surrounding Countryside.

Sunday, 7 July 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

This is a lovely walk incorporating history, countryside, Woodlands and views.

 

Hilary H. will be leading the walk. 

Phone 07805 155467

hilaryaharrison@hotmail.co.uk

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NZ 23912 25396
Nearest postcode:
DL4 2RE
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unspoiled.overheat.broads
Start time:
10:30 am

Locomotion Railway museum, Shildon. Park on road outside Museum car park

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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 £3.42 per month
Register for an account for FREE