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Penshaw Monument and the River Wear

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Overview

A walk to Penshaw Monument and along the River Wear and through Ayton Wood

Friday, 30 August 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

The walk has several stiles and moderate ascents and descents along a well-walked trail. 

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
NZ 33541 54247
Nearest postcode:
SR4 9JX
what3words:
pulled.woven.pets
Start time:
10:30 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 £3.42 per month
Register for an account for FREE