Alston, Garrigill & Nenthead: Electric Bike Route 7

This 24km cycle route starts in Alston and is essentially a grand tour of the South Tyne and Nenthead Valleys. Note that this electric bike route was originally devised in 2015. It is still valid but some of the information (e.g. hire/charge points) may have changed.
South Tyne Valley © NPAP/Shane Harris

Location: 

The route starts and finishes at the South Tynedale Railway/the Hub Museum in Alston (NY716467 / CA9 3HN).

Distance: 

24 km

Terrain: 

  • On road sections

Area: 

Access: 

  • Car parking
  • Cycle parking
  • Public transport

Interests: 

Facilities nearby: 

  • Accessible toilets
  • Cafe
  • Playground
  • Pub
  • Shop
  • Toilets