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Overview

A walk from The Story in Durham

This is a moderate walk of about 5 miles and takes us from The Story through Low Burnhall Woods on grassy well trodden paths then into Houghall Woods which hopefully have an abundance of Bluebells. There are a few inclines and one steep short incline to get us onto a path towards the Botanical Gardens. (A second option for lunch) We will then wind our way through the university buildings back to The Story. 

We do cross the A177 and if it has been raining there will be some mud around. Walking poles are recommended for the hilly parts of the walk

Thursday, 8 May 2025
Meeting time:
10:00 am
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Start Time & Location: Meet at 10.30am at The Story. The shortest way from Chester le Street is on the A167 and taking a left turn onto the A177 signed for Durham and the Crematorium. Continue past the new builds and the entrance into the Story is well signed with brown tourist signs 'The Story at Mount Oswald'. The entrance is just past the Crematorium entrance but on your left. The postcode is DH1 3TQ and will get you to the entrance. What 3 words ///duke.pops.curving

Please note there is a one way system in operation, the exit is to the back of the building

 

Refreshments are available at The Story which has a free car park, nice cafe, toilets, museum and is the new location for the registry offices. I am unable to reserve tables but there are plenty seats inside and out.

 

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NZ 27520 51928
Nearest postcode:
DH3 3UA
what3words:
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Meeting time:
10:00 am

9.50 am for 10.00am departure at The old Civic Centre car park, Chester le Street, DH3 3UA

Starting point

Grid reference:
NZ 26737 40659
Nearest postcode:
DH1 3TQ
what3words:
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Start time:
10:30 am

The Story at Mount Oswald'. The entrance is just past the Crematorium entrance but on your left. The postcode is DH1 3TQ and will get you to the entrance. What 3 words ///duke.pops.curving Please note there is a one way system in operation, the exit is to the back of the building

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