Ride to Durham

Tees Valley Riders presents... This rides takes us to visit the historic city of Durham. Starting from Wynyard Woodland Park, we go directly north up the Castle Eden Walkway along NCN 1 all the way to Haswell, where we turn west to join NCN 14, which takes us through Sherburn and Gilesgate all the way into Durham City Centre. A break here (and a visit to see the Cathedral) before completing the return journey in reverse. Route:- http://bikeroutetoaster.com/Course.aspx?course=332723 (one way) Start:- Wynyard Woodland Park Ride level:- 5 (BLACK) Terrain:- A varied route on roads and cycleways, with a few small climbs in and around Durham, flat but a little rough on the old railway lines of the Castle Eden Walkway. Mountain / cross / hybrid recommended for this ride. Distance:- 44 miles Pace:- 14 mph avg Time:- 6 hours http://www.teesvalleyriders.org.uk http://www.facebook.com/teesvalleyriders http://twitter.com/teesvalleyrider