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SDR 200 Celebration walk - Shildon and Heighington

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Overview

We will take the 10.32 train from Shildon to Heighington (tickets cost about £3.50).  From there, a walk back to Shildon.

Sunday, 28 September 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Long trousers advised as some fields have high vegetation

Starting point

Grid reference:
NZ 23548 25728
Nearest postcode:
DL4 2DH
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Start time:
10:30 am

Shildon Railway Station

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

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  • 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