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Overview

A walk in the Durham Countryside between Crook and Wolsingham, passing Low Harperley, Moat  Hall and Thornley.

Friday, 31 October 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NZ 13046 36454
Nearest postcode:
DL13 4NL
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Start time:
10:30 am

Meet in the layby on the A68 at the junction with Roddymoor Road. NB Post code is inaccurate

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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 £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE