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Tow Law and Thornley Beck

Start From High Street
Tow Law
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL13 4DH

Tel: +44 03000 26 26 26

Walking in the North Pennines

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  • Distance: 1-5 Miles
  • Grade: Moderate
  • Route Surface: Off Road
  • Route Surface: On Road
  • Theme: Breathtaking Views
  • Theme: Forest / Woodland Trail
  • Theme: Nature

Provider Features

  • In countryside
  • Walk Distance - 4.5 miles

Access Information

Opening Times

2026 (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026)

Map & Directions

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Road Directions

Take the A68 to Tow Law and park in the High Street.

Public Transport Directions

The 1B Arriva North East bus service runs regularly between Crook and Tow Law.

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