Brian's Consett loop cycle ride

The cycle ride is about 35 miles and mainly flat with at least 95% off road on the Derwent Walk (7) track through Beamish and Whickham We will leave Pedalling Squares and cycle through Derwenthaugh Country Park, joining the Derwent Walk to Blackhill, Consett, stopping at Hownsgill Cafe for coffee, tea, a snack etc. Return to Pedalling Squares is on the 7 track (C2C route) via Beamish, Sunniside and Whickham. There is a long downhill stretch towards Stanley but a challenging climb out of Beamish and then a lovely off road track cycle ride alongside the Tanfield Railway. This is a no drop ride