Brafferton and Barmpton

Darlington Group

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Overview

A local walk from the village of Brafferton on tracks and field paths taking in Catkill Lane and Barmpton.

Sunday, 1 February 2026

Meeting time:: 9:30 am
Start time:: 9:50 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:30 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:: 45.7m / 150ft
Type:: circular

It is quite muddy in places which could be a bit slippery

There are only a couple of stiles on this walk

Not suitable for Dogs

Features

Car parking available
Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NZ 28283 14562
Nearest postcode:: DL3 7RA
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Meeting time:: 9:30 am

Vane Terrace opp QE 6th Form College Darlington DL3 7RA

Starting point

Grid reference:: NZ 29327 21022
Nearest postcode:: DL1 3LB
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Start time:: 9:50 am

Brafferton Village Park around The Green and meet by the Village Hall

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