Bolam Lake and Shaftoe Crags

Durham City Group

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Overview

An interesting walk around the Wansbeck valley. Starting at Bolam lake, we pass Bolam church and Low Angerton before turning west along the River Wansbeck towards Middleton. We pass Half Moon Plantation, before ascending Shaftoe Crags and returning to the start.

Wednesday, 16 July 2025

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 15.3km / 9.5mi
Ascent:: 91.4m / 300ft
Type:: circular

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:: NZ 08364 81995
Nearest postcode:: NE20 0HE
what3words:: pulps.cave.business

Start time:: 10:30 am

Boat House Wood car park, Bolam Lake beside the visitors centre. Post code is not exact. Do not go to West Wood or Low House car parks. £4.50 daily car park charge, so car sharing is suggested.

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