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Brandon, Page Bank and Brancepeth

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Overview

A walk along the old railway track from Brandon to Brancepeth, with a return along the River Wear.

Sunday, 18 January 2026
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Mostly along old railway tracks and fields with a visit to Brancepeth Castle. 

Poles would be helpful./

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
NZ 23117 38811
Nearest postcode:
DH7 8UJ
what3words:
noble.sprint.firming
Start time:
10:30 am

Brawn's Den pub Brandon. Street parking

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