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Lanercost Priory

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Overview

A circular walk from the priory incorporating part of the Hadrian's Wall path. Roads tracks and riverside paths. Muddy and boggy in places.

 

Sunday, 22 February 2026
Meeting time:
8:00 am
Start time:
9:15 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
219.5m / 720ft
Type:
circular

Maps Lr 86  EX 315/OL43

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NX 97500 75801
Nearest postcode:
DG1 2LB
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Meeting time:
8:00 am

Brooms road car park

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 55800 63801
Nearest postcode:
CA8 2HJ
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Start time:
9:15 am

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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
Join now for just £3.75 per month
Register for an account for FREE