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Allensford to Wharnley Burn

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Overview

Mainly woodland paths and a railway path.

Sunday, 9 November 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
236.2m / 775ft
Type:
circular

Allensford - Hownsgill Viaduct - Rowley - Healeyfield - Dene Howl - Wharnley Burn Bridge - Allensford

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
NZ 07787 50194
Nearest postcode:
DH8 9BA
what3words:
lift.burst.overdrive
Start time:
10:00 am

Allensford picnic area car park off A68 North of Castleside (nearest the A68 bridge)

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