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Darlington Group

We are the Darlington Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

From the parking area (Potters Bank) we go up through the University colleges via pavements and roads, we then head toward the cock'o'the North Roundabout  and turn left just after the cemetery and go through Blaid's and University woods to Maiden Castle. We cross the river at Maiden Castle and follow the river tow path to Prebends Bridge which we cross to get back to the cars. 

Sunday, 22 February 2026
Meeting time:
9:30 am
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
10km / 6.2mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Not suitable for dogs.

If you intend to go straight to the start, please let the walk leader know 24 hrs before the walk start.

Car parking on Potters Bank 30p for 30 mins. Anticipate £2.40 cost

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NZ 28283 14571
Nearest postcode:
DL3 7AU
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Meeting time:
9:30 am

QE2 College, Vane Terrace, Darlington

Starting point

Grid reference:
NZ 27094 41503
Nearest postcode:
DH1 3LP
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Start time:
10:30 am

Potters Bank, Durham

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking