Copley Chimney Area

Darlington Group

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Overview

From the parking area on thru' Langleydale giving views of the old viaduct gaining height to and thru' old coal workings to Hinedon Edge working south thru' Lane Head and return.

Sunday, 18 January 2026

Meeting time:: 9:30 am
Start time:: 10:15 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Not suitable for dogs.

If you intend to go straight to the start please inform the leader prior to the walk.

Features

Car parking available
Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NZ 28284 14555
Nearest postcode:: DL3 7RA
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Meeting time:: 9:30 am

QE2 College, Vane Terrace, Darlington

Starting point

Grid reference:: NZ 08632 24978
Nearest postcode:: DL13 5SA
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Start time:: 10:15 am

Copley Chimney Parking Area Dent Gate Lane Copley

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