Startforth Circuit

Darlington Group

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Overview

From Startforth, in area of the village church, following the river down stream to Eggleston, then across field paths reaching Boldron Village. From there again across field paths to reach the Roman Road, crossing, onto Smart Gill to reach the HYMOI and return.

Sunday, 1 March 2026

Meeting time:: 9:30 am
Start time:: 10:10 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:: 126.8m / 416ft
Type:: circular

Sorry, not suitable for dogs due to livestock present. If you intend to go straight to the start of the walk, please inform the leader prior to the walk.

Features

Car parking available
Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NZ 28284 14550
Nearest postcode:: DL3 7RA
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Meeting time:: 9:30 am

QE2 College< Vane Terrace, Darlington

Starting point

Grid reference:: NZ 04800 15865
Nearest postcode:: DL12 9AE
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Start time:: 10:10 am

In the area of Village Church with large spire.

Upcoming walks with Darlington Group

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