28 February 2026

Back out on County Durham's old railway lines for a local loop

 


Back out on my Specialized Creo 2 gravel bike for a local loop using two of County Durham's old railway lines and a linking road section. I hoped onto the old railway line at Langley Park and headed to Broompark picnic area. From there I went straight on through Ushaw Moor, Esh Winning, Waterhouses and up the hill to Stanley Crook. From there it is the very fast descent down into Crook. This is where the rood section is with an up and down to Willington. At Willington I turned left at the Coop and along the old railway line back to Broompark. Then back along to Langley Park. There was few other users out but not too busy. There was no real weather, overcast and cloudy with little wind and it tried to rain the whole ride but it kept off. All in just over 26 miles in 1hr 59mins with 1200ft of climbing. Below are a few snaps from the ride, enjoy and hopefully more soon- 













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