Brandon to Bishop Auckland Railway Path

8.7 miles (14 km)

This is a nice easy cycling and walking path that follows a disused railway line from Brandon, near Durham to Bishop Auckland.
You will pass through the villages of Brancepeth and Willington, shortly before joining the River Wear for the final stretch into Bishop Auckland. There are fine views of the surrounding countryside and of the Newton Cap Viaduct just before entering Bishop Auckland.
The Lanchester Valley Walk and the Deerness Valley Way pass close to the trail.
They are also rail trails with more great views to enjoy.

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Brandon - Bishop Auckland Walk Ordnance Survey Map - view and print off detailed OS map

Brandon - Bishop Auckland Walk Open Street Map - view and print off detailed map

Brandon - Bishop Auckland Walk OS Map - Mobile GPS OS Map with Location tracking

Brandon - Bishop Auckland Walk Open Street Map - Mobile GPS Map with Location tracking

Further Information and Other Local Ideas

The route makes up part of the epic W2W Cycle Route - NCN 70. The long distance ride runs from coast to coast from Walney Island in Cumbria to Wearmouth in Sunderland.
In nearby Spennymoor you could visit Whitworth Hall Country Park and enjoy afternoon tea at the old country house. There's also lovely parkland and gardens to explore with a large herd of deer you can hand feed.

Cycle Routes and Walking Routes Nearby

Durham Riverside Walk, Lanchester Valley Walk, Deerness Valley Way, Bishop Auckland, Shincliffe, Houghall Woods, W2W Cycle Route

Photos

Brandon to Bishop Auckland railway path - geograph.org.uk - 124389

A crossing point on the Brandon to Bishop Auckland railway path, now a popular foot- and cycle-path. The path is followed by National Cycle Network Regional Route 20 Walney to Wear.