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Ride Darlo - Locomotion Launch

Sunday 4th February 2024 10:00am

Starting from - What 3 Words: https://w3w.co/thing.laws.rungs
From the A66, turn onto the B6280 Yarm Road and turn right into Morton Park. At the small roundabout near the Morrisons petrol station, turn left onto Morton Park Way and left again into the Premier Inn / Beefeater car park. Our start/finish point is at the cycle racks located outside the entrance to the Premier Inn and Beefeater pub. Note this is a private parking area, check local restrictions.
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This Ride Darlo ride is open for anyone to join

  • 27.8 miles
  • Mountain Bike, Hybrid (off road tyres), Hybrid (road tyres), eBike, Adapted Cycle
  • 4 hr
  • Challenging
  • Darlington
  • Children aged 8-15*, Children aged 11-15*, Adults 16+ only, Children aged 5-15*

Led by experienced ride leaders, these rides are a great way to explore new places and to meet new people who enjoy cycling. They are suitable for all levels of experience, so whether you are a beginner or a seasoned cyclist, you can find a ride that is right for you.

About the route

Starting point




Durham
DL1 4WD

Join us as we ride to visit Locomotion – the National Railway Museum at Shildon! Starting from the Beefeater at Morton Park, this ride takes a mixed terrain route, heading north out of Darlington following the Five Arches route, up through Brafferton village, then on towards Newton Aycliffe, then following alongside the railway line to get to Locomotion, the NRM at Shildon. After some train spotting and a break, the return route brings us back via Great Stainton and Sadberge, picking up the old railway line at Middleton St George, on our return to the Beefeater.

This ride is classed as a CHALLENGING ride which is around 30 miles in total. The ride is undulating, with a few hill climbs. The ride is mixed terrain, including roads, cycleways, and some light trails – hybrid bikes recommended for this ride. It is suitable for riders who are comfortable sustaining around 10mph avg. and can continually cycle for around 1 ½ hours each way. The stopover is usually between 30 mins – 1 hour. Bear in mind these times are a guide, and the ride can take longer.

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    Ride Leader

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    Community Groups Volunteer

Neal Harper

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Gavin Ions

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