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Witton Gilbert and Wharton Park

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Overview

A walk from Witton Gilbert to Wharton Park via Pity Me with a return along the "Way of Light". This is a walk across fields and countryside with some time in the city. Most of the walk is on good paths but there was some mud on the recce. A couple of stiles and gates and also two very busy roads to cross so walkers need to be vigilant. There are only a couple of hills to negotiate.

Lunch stop will be at Wharton Park where toilets are available. 
 

Wednesday, 13 November 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
15.3km / 9.5mi
Ascent:
185.9m / 610ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NZ 23462 45519
Nearest postcode:
DH7 6SX
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Start time:
10:30 am

Coach Lane, Witton Gilbert. (The road to the church)

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